People First Leader Inia Seruiratu says the party is embarking on a new journey without the leadership of Voreqe Bainimarama and Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum.
Seruiratu made the remarks during the launch of the party at Korovuto College in Nadi, where he acknowledged that People First is made up of former FijiFirst members following the deregistration of the FijiFirst Party in 2023.
Speaking to fijivillage News, Seruiratu said they have respect for Bainimarama and Sayed-Khaiyum, but the party is moving forward without them.

He added that they have confidence in their team and the people of Fiji, saying they are committed to serving and engaging with the people.
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@fijivillage.com #POLITICS | People First Leader Inia Seruiratu reveals that they are on a new journey without the previous leadership of FijiFirst Party. Seruiratu admitted the People First are the remnants of the FijiFirst Party, which was officially deregistered around July 2023. 🎥 Video: Navitalai Naivalurua, fijivillage News Have a news tip or captured something happening in your community? Send your photos and videos to us via Facebook Messenger or Instagram. #Fiji #fijivillage #FijiNews ♬ original sound - fijivillage