Enlightening Views
Vinaka to Imrana Jalal and Graham Leung for your insightful views on the importance of respecting law and order. Respect for the law begins with parliamentarians responsible for enacting laws for the benefit of citizens. Public officials, the justice system, parliamentarians, and law enforcement officers are expected to be the guiding lights leading the nation towards justice, prosperity, and peace. However, when these guardians and role models violate those laws, it shatters hope, and the nation risks descending into chaos and destruction. Such turmoil leads to a breakdown in law and order and can bring a country to a standstill, as has happened before. Rogue governments show no respect for law and order. “When freedom does not have a purpose, when it does not wish to know anything about the rule of law engraved in the hearts of men and women, when it does not listen to the voice of conscience, it turns against humanity and society.” – Pope John Paul II. Colin Deoki, Australia
Recruitment Process
Former Acting DPP Rabuku mentioned having three names who could be appointed as DPP. Meanwhile, as reported in the FT (12/7), Minister Pio Tikoduadua stated he would advocate for a local female COMPOL. Aren’t these instances of interfering in the recruitment process? Why can’t these learned gentlemen advocate for the appointment of the most meritorious candidates regardless of gender, nationality, race, or creed? Ajai Kumar, Nadi
A Special Treat
Considering all the international awards our airline continues to receive, doesn’t it warrant a special treat for our people? Taxpayers’ funds have also contributed to the success of Fiji Airways. I hope our locals can receive special packages from our airline. Let us celebrate together and stay united in all situations. Additionally, I love the tekiteki and warm smiles from our air hostesses. As they say, only with Fiji Airways. For now, I am planting more colorful frangipani as the new blooms make wonderful natural tekiteki. Floyd Robinson, Micronesia
Village Chiefs
I hear village chiefs have been warned about possible arrest if a missing woman or underage girl is found in their village. This seems discriminatory when men and underage boys are also reported missing. Have chiefs been equipped with drones and GPS technology? They will need it in a “mind your own business” world where teachers risk trouble for searching students’ bags. Mohammed Imraz Janif, Natabua, Lautoka
Too Little, Too Late
I wonder if the Ret’d Brig-Gen was in dreamland when the underworld bosses were establishing their network within and outside Fiji during the leadership of his former masters (FT 10/7). Thankfully, the then FFP was brought down by three political parties. If the FFP had continued to rule, trafficking and distribution of synthetic drugs would have been uncontrollable, with illicit proceeds corrupting politicians, businessmen, and law enforcement. I thank some Opposition members today for standing up and breaking away from the supremacy of their former leaders. Authoritarian leadership is the biggest threat to democracy. Areki Dawai, Maharaj Pl, Suva
Southern Zone Semis Heats Up!
The Southern zone rugby semifinals are heating up. Nabua Secondary School’s under-15 and 17 teams are gearing up to face Marist Brothers High School and Nasinu Secondary School, respectively. These matchups are like David versus Goliath, and Nabua Secondary will cherish playing these prominent rugby schools. Morale at Nabua is high, and the boys have been reminded of the immense task ahead and the importance of humility and respect for their opponents. Today’s matches will determine which schools advance to the Deans competition. Reflecting on the performance of the Junior Flying Fijians in South Africa, it’s clear that more work is needed at the grassroots level. Wishing all schools featuring in today’s Southern zone semifinals the best. Toso Nabua! Rajnesh Ishwar Lingam, Nadawa, Nasinu