The High Court in Suva has determined that the dismissal of Barbara Malimali from her position as FICAC Commissioner was unlawful. Justice Dane Tuiqereqere ruled that the Prime Minister lacked the authority to advise the President to revoke her appointment.
Malimali was removed from her position in June of the previous year amid allegations concerning her appointment and following the recommendations outlined in the Commission of Inquiry report. This ruling marks a significant development in the controversy surrounding her removal and questions the procedural integrity of the dismissal.
The court’s decision not only reinstates Malimali’s position but also raises broader implications about the checks and balances in governance and the roles of various authorities in Fiji. Observers will be keen to see how the government addresses this ruling and what it may mean for future appointments and the integrity of public institutions.
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