Lawrence Stephen
Nauruan politician
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Lawrence Stephen (died 22 March 2006) was a political figure from the Pacific nation of Nauru.
Lawrence Stephen | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Nauruan Parliament for Anetan | |
| In office February 25, 1971 – November 12, 1977 | |
| Preceded by | Paul Asa Diema |
| Succeeded by | Bucky Ika |
| In office December 8, 1980 – December 8, 1986 | |
| Preceded by | Roy Degoregore |
| Succeeded by | Ruby Dediya |
| In office November 16, 1992 – November 26, 1995 | |
| Preceded by | Ruby Dediya |
| Succeeded by | Ruby Dediya |
| Personal details | |
| Died | 22 March 2006 |
| Children | Marcus Stephen |
Political role
Lawrence Stephen served as a Member of the Parliament of Nauru from 1971 to 1977, again from 1980 to 1986, and for a third time 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
Stephen was a member of the Eamwit tribe.[1] 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.
Death
Stephen died on 22 March 2006.[1]
