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Man from Nadonumai fronts court for spreading fake news about the COVID-19 vaccine, Government and others

Man from Nadonumai fronts court for spreading fake news about the COVID-19 vaccine, Government and others

By Dhanjay Deo
19/07/2021
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49-year-old, Tevita Qaqanivalu of Nadonumai in Lami appeared in the Suva Magistrates Court today for allegedly broadcasting live videos that maliciously spread fake news about the COVID-19 vaccine, Government, members of the disciplined forces and religious and traditional leaders.

Qaqanivalu has been charged with five counts of Malicious Acts.

The court was informed that Qaqanivalu was allegedly posting material online from someone else’s Facebook account.

He has been ordered to refrain from posting videos or posts on social media.

Qaqanivalu has been released on bail and the matter has been adjourned to 30th August for plea.

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