Ratu Tevita Mara’s installation as Tui Nayau underway on Nayau Island

The installation of Ratu Tevita Uluilakeba Mara as the Tui Nayau is currently underway on the island of Nayau.

Ratu Tevita has now drunk from the traditional installation cup and is going to the sacred pools for the customary cleansing rites.

He is being guarded by Bati Leka and Bati Balavu.

Hundreds of people are on the island to witness this significant event.

[Image: Tevita Uluilakeba/facebook]

The Minister for iTaukei Affairs and other government stakeholders are also present to witness the installation.

The title has been left vacant for more than 20 years following the death of his father, the former Prime Minister and President Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara in 2004.

Ratu Tevita will be installed by the leader of the Matanivanua clan of Vuninayau 63-year-old Akuila Qalo.

The installation ceremony of the Tui Nayau was last held in 1969.

fijivillage News will bring you live coverage of this historic event on our website, facebook and YouTube pages, fijivillage and VITIFM.

The ceremony for the installation of the Tui Lau and Sau ni Vanua ko Lau will be held on Thursday at Tubou Village.