marus subsequently recalled parliament for the governor-general vote, but declared that he would not entertain any other business at a time of moves to oust the government. the opposition was unable to reach marus at his office, home or elsewhere and accused him of intentionally disappearing to prevent them giving him notice of a motion of no-confidence in the government. on 14 january 2011, michael ogio was appointed governor-general, thus ending one stand-off; however, issues around the survival of the government remained.