new Deputy PM

Fiame Naomi Mataafa sworn in as Deputy PM

Of the thirteen, the post that many had in question was whether Fonotoe Pierre Lauofo would remain Deputy Prime Minister in the new Government.

However, PM Tuilaepa confirmed Fiame Naomi Mataafa as the Deputy Prime Minister of Samoa.

Lauofo and former Finance Minister Faumuina Tiatia Liuga are not in the new Cabinet lineup.

The swearing-in ceremony today saw hundreds of guests gather at the Tuanaimato complex.

In his address, the Head of State Tuiatua Tupua Tamasese Efi wished the new MPs the best in their time in office.