Minister for Information and Environment, Lynda Tabuya is one of the candidates being considered for the position of Attorney-General, with Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka confirming that a list of potential candidates is currently being vetted by the Solicitor-General.
Rabuka says the Government is looking at several possibilities to fill the position and is assessing whether the candidates have the necessary legal qualifications and experience to lead the office.
He says the role requires a high level of legal maturity and that several experienced lawyers are being considered.
When asked whether Tabuya was among the candidates, Rabuka said she could be one of them.
He has not confirmed when the appointment will be announced, saying the public will know when he makes the announcement.
