Fijivillage
NEWS SPORTS IN DEPTH
22 March, 2026, 9:33 pm
Central - 26°C Rain
22 March, 2026, 9:33 pm Central - 26°C Rain

Cakaubalavu fulfills dream of becoming a Police Officer
Cakabalavu targets Olympic spot

Cakaubalavu fulfills dream of becoming a Police Officer

Cakabalavu targets Olympic spot

By Navitalai Naivalurua
16/12/2023
Former Fiji Airways Men’s National 7s rep Apenisa Cakaubalavu

It was a momentous occasion for former Fiji Airways Men’s National 7s rep Apenisa Cakaubalavu after fulfilling his dream of becoming a Police Officer.

Cakaubalavu was part of the 217 police recruits who passed out from the Nasova Police Academy.

Speaking in the i-Taukei language, Cakaubalavu says he had set two targets to achieve and becoming a Police Officer was one of them as he always dreamt about becoming a Police officer when he was a young boy.

He says he joined the Police Force in 2019 as a special constable, and after three years, he was picked to be recruited into the organisation.

Cakaubalavu says the training was very challenging, and at one point he wanted to give up, but his squad motivated him to push through.

He also highlighted that he will be advocating for youth development when he gets posted at the Sigatoka Police Station because nowadays most youths are abusing and breaking the law.

The former Fiji 7s rep says his next target is to be part of the Olympic 7s team next year.

His mother, Kelera Waqatevuya was in tears while witnessing her son achieve his dream of becoming a Police Officer.

1Z1A1074

FEATURE NEWS
Australia commits $35M to boost Fiji’s flood resilience
Australia is investing FJ$35 million between 2026 and 2029 to support Fiji’s efforts to reduce flood risks and strengthen climate resilience.This ha...
5 hours ago
LATEST NEWS
Iran allows controlled passage through Strait of Hormuz amid Trump threat
Iran’s representative to the International Maritime Organization says foreign vessels can still pass through the Strait of Hormuz with coordination ...
2 hours ago

Body found near Navuso identified by relatives
The identity of the man whose body was found floating near Navuso Village this morning has been confirmed by relatives.Police say he was last seen on ...
2 hours ago

Grand Pacific Hotel high tea sells out as Pastry Chef Kirsten Tibballs showcases exclusive desserts
The Grand Pacific Hotel hosted a sold-out high tea event featuring internationally renowned pastry chef Kirsten Tibballs.Regional General Manager for ...
4 hours ago

Drua must secure away wins for top six push
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua now face an uphill battle to keep their Super Rugby Pacific finals hopes alive following a 21–6 defeat to the ...
4 hours ago

Iran responds to Trump’s threats he will ‘obliterate’ power plants if Strait of Hormuz does not open
Israel says strikes on Iran are to "rise significantly" in the coming week.US President Donald Trump has given Iran a 48-hour ultimatum to open the ...
4 hours ago



Stay tuned for the latest news on our radio stations

CFL radio frequencies
IN DEPTH
Fiji Sports Council Saga: Minister ready to repay business class air fare for wife as concerns grow about Sports Council deals
I was invited to travel to New Zealand by the Fiji Sports Council for a grassroots 7s tournament in 2024, I travelled business class but it was ...
16 days ago

National Talanoa Session on Illicit Drugs in Fiji: 2,400 drug-related cases recorded in 2025
The illicit drug situation in Fiji has been described as a national emergency, with 2,400 drug-related cases recorded in 2025. Minister for Policing ...
23 days ago

Charlie Charters held at Nadi Airport because of a FICAC flag on his file
Fijian national, Charlie Charters is being held at immigration at Nadi International Airport because of a FICAC flag on his file.fijivillage News has ...
24 days ago

TOP