PM Rabuka leads government i-reguregu for late Ratu Epeli

The Fiji Government delegation, led by Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, presented their i-reguregu this morning at the State House.

The delegation is among many that will be presenting their i-reguregu this week.

The items presented included a whale’s tooth (tabua), a kava plant, mats, and food.

Presenting a yaqona plant as the government’s sevusevu, a member of the Ministry for iTaukei Affairs says it is a sad day for the Vanua and Fiji, as one of its most respected leaders has passed away.

Receiving a tabua from the Vanua, Prime Minister Rabuka says this is truly a sad day for the nation.

He says the government will continue to support the people of Kubuna.

The Judicial Department, led by the Chief Justice, is currently presenting their i-reguregu.

The Parliament of Fiji delegation will present their i-reguregu at 12pm.

This afternoon, the Diplomatic Corps delegation will present at 2pm, followed by the Roko Tui Yasa from Kumi at 3pm, and closing will be delegations from the Defence Club and the Tongan Parliament Speaker at 5pm.

The Mataqali Tui Kaba and the Ministry of iTaukei Affairs will receive the i-reguregu on behalf of Ratu Epeli’s family at State House.