The recent High Court ruling regarding former Commissioner of the Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption, Barbara Malimali, has escalated to the highest levels of government. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka met with President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu at State House to discuss the implications of the judgment.
During their meeting, the Prime Minister briefed the President on the specifics of the ruling and explored the constitutional avenues available for the government to consider moving forward. Following this discussion, President Lalabalavu expressed his support for the legal options suggested within the constitutional framework.
The High Court’s decision determined that the Prime Minister’s advice to the President to revoke Malimali’s appointment had been unlawful, underscoring the importance of adhering to legal protocols in the governance of the nation.
This development may have significant implications for the workings of the Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption and serves as a reminder of the crucial checks and balances within the governmental structure. It reflects a commitment to uphold the rule of law and ensure that appropriate processes are followed.
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