20 SODELPA MPs support Rabuka

20 SODELPA MPs have shown their support towards Sitiveni Rabuka to continue as the Opposition and SODELPA Leader.

In a statement Rabuka says a vote of confidence was prompted by a petition from some members of the SODELPA Caucus, who wished to reaffirm their support for his leadership.

He says the vote of confidence in his leadership is an added boost to his effort to unify and lead SODELPA to victory in 2022.

Rabuka says he also received confirmation of support, as Opposition Leader, from the Leader of the National Federation Party.

He says some members of the SODELPA Caucus sought a review of Caucus working arrangements including the Whips, membership of committees and the need to improve relations between the Caucus and the Party Office.

Rabuka says he has assured Caucus that he will carry out a review of working arrangements.

He says he takes his duty as Party Leader, and Parliamentary Leader of SODELPA and Leader of the Opposition with utmost commitment and responsibility.

Rabuka adds that the unity of Caucus is crucial to unity within the SODELPA family.

He says the Caucus also warmly welcomed the new General Secretary, Emele Duituturaga-Jale.

SODELPA will have their Special General Meeting in Lami on Saturday.