Saiasi Taulepa was emotional after the installation of Tui Nayau, Ratu Tevita Uluilakeba Mara as he was chosen from his family to mix the traditional kava that seals the title for Tui Nayau.
Taulepa holds the title of Matanivanua Mataqali Butonivanua who are entrusted to mix the kava for the Tui Nayau installation.
He says when he was chosen from his family to participate in the Tui Nayau installation, he grabbed the opportunity to showcase what his ancestors had done during the olden days.
He also says that his grandfather was the one that mixed the kava for the installation of the former President and Prime Minister of Fiji, Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara.
He adds today is a magnificent day for Nayau as they have filled the title that was left vacant for more than two decades.
A traditional ceremony was accorded to him on the grounds at Narocivo on Nayau Island.
