Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape has denied claims that there is an illegal army operating in his Hela Province as widely speculated over social media. PNG PM Marape denies claims of illegal army operating in Hela Province Mr. Marape says police are at work in the province, ensuring safety and security during the election period. He further commended the good work done so far by disciplined forces and hopes counting is staged peacefully in the province. James Marape and his wife were in his district yesterday to cast his votes. NBC / PNG Today Next : Over 5 million Papua New Guineans go to Poll