43 year old Falisi Tupou of Tatakamotonga was sworn in as Tongatapu 9 constituency’s people’s representative today in Parliament.

He was sworn in by the Legislative Assembly’s Speaker, Lord Lasike.

The MP was sworn in after the Acting Prime Minister Hon. Samiu Vaipulu received an official report of the by election’s results from the Electoral Commission’s Office.

Acting Prime Minister also wished the new MP the best of luck on behalf of the Cabinet ministers on his new job ahead and hope he would enjoy his time working as a MP.

Falisi took oath to obey His Majesty King George Tupou and pledged to abide by Tonga’s Constitution. He also pledged to be honest and be holy while serving as a MP.