Preceded by Paul Asa Diema Preceded by Ruby Dediya Succeeded by Bucky Ika Succeeded by Ruby Dediya | Preceded by Roy Degoregore Name Lawrence Stephen Succeeded by Ruby Dediya | |
Lawrence Stephen (died 2006) was a political figure from the Pacific nation of Nauru.
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Political role
Lawrence Stephen served as a Member of the Parliament of Nauru from 1971 to 1977.
He subsequently served a second period as a Member of Parliament from 1980 to 1986, as well as a third period from 1992 to 1995.
Role in sport
He was involved for many years with the Nauru National Olympic Committee, and served as its General Secretary.
Family
One of Nauru's aspiring sportsmen during this period was his son Marcus Stephen who became a champion weightlifter, before embarking on a political career. He became President of Nauru in 2007.
References
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