The Fiji Council of Social Services is calling for full-scale, independent investigations into the Fiji Sports Council, Ministry of Youth and Sports, FICAC, and the Prime Minister’s Office.
FCOSS National President, Sepesa Rasili also calls for all implicated individuals to step aside immediately.
FCOSS is deeply troubled by whistleblower allegations involving the Fiji Sports Council and the Minister of Youth and Sports.
Rasili says public trust in institutions like FICAC is wavering, and we must act now to restore it.
He welcomes Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka’s decision not to appeal the High Court ruling regarding the unlawful dismissal of Barbara Malimali.
Rasili says while this is a prudent step, accountability is not optional, it is the cornerstone of our democracy.
The FCOSS President says the key lessons for Government are to follow the law as adhering to established legal processes is non-negotiable, the Prime Minister must be supported by advisors who prioritize the law and human rights over "popular" but flawed opinions, and every decision made must safeguard the rule of law and the public good.
The FCOSS President also calls on citizens to write to the Office of the Auditor-General to request agency audits, engage directly with your Members of Parliament.
Parliament and join community dialogue with civil society and faith-based groups.
They also call on people to use the FCOSS Community Feedback Mechanism Fiji to raise their concerns.
Rasili stresses that only through transparency and impartial inquiry can we rebuild confidence in our institutions.
