71.   The MP said he and the two ministers came from similar backgrounds.

72.   The other four ministers were nominated by other former coalition parties.

73.   The other ministers could not immediately be reached for comment.

74.   The nine ministers also signed a protocol of intent to bring private investors into the regional energy field.

75.   The other five ministers were told to remain in their posts for the time being.

76.   The other ministers also proclaimed their innocence.

77.   The other ministers left the meeting without speaking to reporters and could not immediately be reached by telephone.

78.   The other ministers left the meeting without speaking to reporters and refused to comment to the press.

79.   The other ministers were sacked a day later.

80.   The other ministers will remain until a new premier is confirmed and forms a Cabinet.