Minister for Justice Siromi Turaga has been appointed to act as the Attorney-General, a role that has been vacant since Graham Leung’s dismissal by Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka. The announcement was made by the Prime Minister’s Office today and signifies a temporary arrangement until a permanent Attorney-General is appointed.
Turaga will take on the responsibilities associated with the Attorney-General’s office while maintaining his current position as Minister for Justice. This is not the first time Turaga has held the position; he previously served as Attorney-General in 2022 before his dismissal in 2024. In this interim capacity, he is expected to manage essential legal and constitutional duties, ensuring continuity in the government’s legal matters during this transition.
This development follows a recent period of significant changes in the government’s legal framework, including the suspension of FICAC Commissioner Barbara Malimali, highlighting ongoing efforts to improve accountability and integrity within Fiji’s political landscape. Prime Minister Rabuka noted that there is no immediate urgency to finalize a new Attorney-General, implying the government is taking a careful approach as it navigates these recent changes.
The hope remains that this transition could pave the way for stronger governance standards and ethical practices in public office, fostering a political environment that responds to the citizens’ demand for transparency and accountability.
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