Lynda Tabuya has presented her Matanigasau or traditional apology to the Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Members of the Coalition Government Caucus yesterday at the Government Office in Parliament.
In a government statement it was confirmed that Tabuya apologised for her actions which brought disrepute to Parliament, Government and the people of Fiji.
She in her Matanigasau said that much has been said and the only way to move forward is for one to learn from one’s mistakes and continue to contribute in what she can offer to the people of Fiji.
Ratu Apakuki Nanovo, a Turaga ni Vanua o Nacolase, Tavuki presented the Matanigasau on behalf of Tabuya and the Chiefs of Kadavu, saying they wished to apologise on behalf of a daughter of Kadavu who had wronged the Government.
Tabuya’s Matanigasau was also for Tovata and Burebasaga Confederacies, as they collectively acknowledged that a daughter of their Vanua embarrassed government.
Rabuka asked Deputy Prime Minister, Manoa Kamikamica to receive the Matanigasau on behalf of Government.
After the ceremony, Rabuka highlighted that it is important to come together for the common good and continue to serve the best interest of the people and at the same time, maintain the integrity of the office one holds.
The Prime Minister stressed that before becoming Ministers, all Members of Parliament also promise to act with integrity and to diligently carry out their duties before assuming their role as legislators in Parliament.
He has reminded Caucus that Ministers and Assistant Ministers make a solemn undertaking to uphold the honour, integrity and dignity of the offices they hold, in a ceremony administered by the President and Head of State and witnessed by the nation and this promise should not be taken lightly.
