Prime Minister (PM) James Marape expressed shock over the sudden passing of the governor for Morobe province, Luther Wenge at the Port Moresby General Hospital early this morning after undergoing a surgery. In a statement released after the passing of the late Morobe Governor, Prime Minister Marape announced to the country of the passing and also gave some details of what had transpired, leading to Governor Wenge’s death. “Governor Wenge underwent urgent surgery to stop internal bleeding. Despite the tireless efforts of our best medical professionals, and with arrangements being made for further treatment, complications arose due to underlying diabetic conditions. His vital organs collapsed, and after several hours of resuscitation attempts, he was placed on life support,” said the PM. “At around 4am this morning, doctors confirmed that he had not recovered, and he remained on life support only by machine assistance. After giving time for his family to be present, medical staff have now withdrawn support, and we confirm with sadness that our senior leader has passed on.” “I want to acknowledge the doctors and medical staff who did everything humanly possible, and to thank the Leader of Government Business for coordinating emergency care.” Governor Wenge served the people of Morobe and Papua New Guinea (PNG) with great distinction and courage over many years. His leadership, voice, and service will be sorely missed. “On behalf of the Government and the people of Papua New Guinea, I extend our deepest condolences to his family, the people of Morobe, and all who mourn his passing,” said the Prime Minister. “May his soul rest in eternal peace.”