Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka stated that a Commission of Inquiry is the most suitable and unbiased approach to address the allegations surrounding the operations of the Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption (FICAC).
In response to an interview with foreign media by former Acting Deputy FICAC Commissioner Francis Pulewai, Rabuka emphasized that an independent commission would be more capable of handling the concerns raised, especially regarding claims of ministerial interference in FICAC investigations.
“If such an inquiry finds that undue interference occurred, the due process recommended by the Commission of Inquiry will have to be followed,” Rabuka remarked.
He noted that there have been no alterations to the laws governing FICAC, reaffirming the government’s commitment to uphold the law.
Concerning allegations that Pulewai faced threats, the Prime Minister denounced any such intimidation, if true. Rabuka clarified that he has not been informed of any threats and that they have not been reported to him or the Fiji Police.