The Office of the Ombudsman has conducted an induction program for the newly elected councilors of the Port Vila Municipal City Council, providing them with important guidance on their responsibilities as public leaders.
It is with great pleasure that the Office of the Ombudsman announces the recruitment of a new member of staff, Mr. Eric Bob, who joins the Office last week.
Mr. Bob hails from Tanna and is a former police officer. He brings valuable experience and knowledge that will strengthen the Office's investigation team and support its growing workload.
Today 14 July 2026, the Office of the Ombudsman commemorated its 32nd anniversary, marking 32 years since its establishment in 1994.
Ombudsman Bulu is pleased to welcome four third-year students from the National University of Vanuatu (NUV) who have recently joined the Office of the Ombudsman as interns.
The Office of the Ombudsman is pleased to welcome Mr. Amanake Taulahi, a third-year law student from the University of the South Pacific (USP), who has recently joined the Office as an intern.
Section 26 of the Leadership Code Act [CAP 240] provides that a leader must not have or seek a beneficial interest in a government contract, except where such interest is obtained on a transparent, arm’s-length commercial basis, in accordance with the law, and through a legitimate tender process. This applies where one of the parties to the contract is the Government, a statutory body, or a company wholly or partly owned by the Government. The provision is designed to ensure that public resources are managed fairly and without improper influence from those in positions of authority.
The Office of the Ombudsman wishes to remind all Directors General of government ministries of their legal obligation under Section 13A of the Leadership Code Act to notify the Ombudsman of any appointment or removal of a leader within their respective ministries.
The Ombudsman of the Republic of Vanuatu officially farewelled two officers from the Vanuatu Police Force (VPF) on Friday, 13 February 2026, marking the successful conclusion of their four month attachment with the Office of the Ombudsman.
Officers within the Office of the Ombudsman have successfully completed a two-day retreat aimed at strengthening institutional planning, teamwork, and strategic direction.
The Office of the Ombudsman of Vanuatu reminds all Leaders that the filing period for Annual Returns (2025) is now open.
