Nabire Nies World.tv Governor of Central Papua, Meki Fritz Nawipa, S.H., welcomed the 11th Papua Reggae Festival while opening it with the Regional Leadership Communication Forum (Forkopimda). Meki Nawipa stated that reggae music plays a crucial role in uniting Indigenous Papuans (OAP). October 16, 2026, Old Airport
According to him, reggae music is not only entertainment, but also a medium for conveying messages of peace, brotherhood, love, and concern for the social life of the Papuan people.
Reggae music is considered capable of reaching various groups regardless of ethnic background, region, or group. Through its rhythm and lyrics, the music can strengthen a sense of togetherness and encourage people to maintain unity.
Meki Nawipa also commended Papuan reggae musicians who continue to create and elevate cultural values and the realities of community life in every song they perform.
He hopes that the development of reggae music in Papua can continue to be supported so that it can become a creative space for the younger generation and a means of introducing the richness of Papuan culture to the wider community.
Meki said, "Central Papua is ready to be a home for Papuan artists." During his speech at the 11th Papua Reggae Festival in 2026, Meki said: