Former Prime Minister and leader of the Fiji Labour Party, Mahendra Chaudhry, has expressed his approval regarding the dismissal of Lynda Tabuya from her position as Minister for Women, Social Welfare, and Child Protection due to serious misconduct allegations. Chaudhry believes that not only should Tabuya have lost her ministerial role, but she should also be disqualified from her position as a Member of Parliament.

He commented that Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka could have spared his government considerable embarrassment had he taken timely action following earlier reports of Tabuya’s inappropriate behavior during an official trip to Australia, which led to her removal as the deputy leader of the People’s Alliance Party (PAP).

Chaudhry raised the critical question of whether Tabuya should continue serving as a Member of Parliament, asserting, “We say, definitely not.” He urged fellow MPs to uphold the integrity of Parliament by referring her to the Parliamentary Privileges Committee for possible expulsion. Additionally, he suggested that law enforcement should independently investigate Tabuya for potential drug and pornography violations.

This situation highlights ongoing discussions surrounding accountability and ethical conduct within political positions. It is a reminder of the importance of maintaining standards and integrity in governance to ensure the public’s trust in their leaders.

Overall, this development may lead to a safer and more respectable political environment, reinforcing the expectation that elected officials abide by the law and ethical standards. The proactive measures proposed could stimulate a broader conversation about responsible representations in government.