Fijivillage
NEWS SPORTS IN DEPTH
13 May, 2026, 9:43 am
Central - 25°C Rain
IN DEPTH
13 May, 2026, 9:43 am Central - 25°C Rain

Patriotism of the Fijian people has clearly shown throughout this week- PM

Patriotism of the Fijian people has clearly shown throughout this week- PM

By Navitalai Naivalurua
09/10/2020
Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama. [Image: Fijian Govt]

Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama says the patriotism of the people of Fiji has come out clearly this week as we prepare to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Fiji's Independence tomorrow.

Bainimarama highlighted this during the Ministry of iTaukei Affairs Independence Day celebrations. He says he remembers the celebration at Albert Park on the 10th of October 1970 as a young boy.

He says he remembers the great pride that was shared as a nation and the feeling of unity.

Bainimarama adds he remembers the great hope and potential that the people felt for the country but even behind all that excitement there was also a level of uncertainty and a feeling of anxiety.

The Prime Minister says as a human being it is natural for us to fear the unknown.

He says if we want to build a truly great nation, it would take hard work and resilience and it would also demand sacrifices.

FEATURE NEWS
Increasing drug use among youths could affect Fiji’s future workforce – Dr Singh
Acting Medical Superintendent of Saint Giles Hospital, Doctor Sheetal Singh has highlighted concerns about increasing drug use among youths, warning ...
5 minutes ago
LATEST NEWS
Madigibuli judgement moved to 26th May
Suva High Court Judge Justice Dane Tuiqereqere will give his judgement on 26th May on whether Apisai Madigibuli murdered his 25-year-old wife in ...
44 minutes ago

Garbage truck that overturned near Samabula has been cleared this morning
A garbage truck that overturned near the Samabula traffic lights, close to Fiji National University, has been cleared. According to Samabula Police, ...
2 hours ago

Hot Bread Kitchen returns to Yatu Lau Arcade
The Hot Bread Kitchen has officially reopened its Suva Market outlet at the historic Yatu Lau Arcade following months of renovations, marking ...
16 hours ago

THE OVALS restaurant set to transform Pacific Harbour dining scene soon
Pacific Harbour is preparing to welcome a new premium dining and entertainment destination as THE OVALS officially joins the growing Damodar Arts ...
16 hours ago

Committee recommends removal of corporal punishment from Education Bill
As the Constitution already prohibits violence against children, there is no justification for including such a provision within the Education ...
16 hours ago



Stay tuned for the latest news on our radio stations

CFL radio frequencies
IN DEPTH
Coca-Cola Games 2026 Coverage
I could not contain my emotions when we won today because its been 33 years we have been trying to win the Coca-Cola Games and I'm really proud of ...
9 days ago

Seaqaqa and Labasa cane farmers fear for livelihood due non-renewal of leases
While hundreds of leases have been renewed, non-renewals and subdivision of cane land for residential use in Seaqaqa are leaving many farming ...
14 days ago

Citizens to oppose proposed TNG Waste-to-Energy incinerator in Saweni, Vuda
Serious concerns are being raised regarding a proposed Australian company's TNG Waste-to-Energy incinerator in Saweni, Vuda, and a group of concerned ...
15 days ago

TOP