Claim: The 2010 Tuvaluan general election allowed for Isaia Italeli to win with a difference of 17 votes over runner-up Taom Tanukale, who was once appointed acting Minister for Health and Education.
Evidence: Isaia Italeli Taom Tanukale 263 246 Nui constituency results Candidates in boldface were elected: He was elected to Parliament as MP for Nui in the September 2010 general election, at which time his elder brother, Sir Iakoba Italeli Taeia, was serving as Governor-General. He joined Prime Minister Maatia Toafa's parliamentary majority, and was appointed acting Minister for Health and Education, "while the incumbent went overseas for long-term medical treatment".