Pula Nikolao Pula
Governor of American Samoa, 2013-2017
Born
December 31st, 1955
69 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
American Samoa
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Served as the 9th governor of American Samoa from 2013 to 2017. Pula held various positions in public service prior to his governorship, including serving as the Director of the Department of Human and Social Services. His tenure as governor focused on issues such as economic development, public health, and education improvements in the territory. Pula also worked to enhance the relationship between American Samoa and the federal government.
Served as governor of American Samoa
Directed the Department of Human and Social Services
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