Savenaca Narube, the leader of the Unity Fiji Party and a former Governor of the Reserve Bank of Fiji, is urging the government to address its internal issues. He expressed concerns that the emergence of factions within the government, including within the Cabinet, aiming to form a new political party will not resolve the leadership and economic challenges facing the nation.
Narube’s comments follow Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka’s announcement about factions within his party, including Cabinet members who plan to break away and establish a new party by 2026. Narube emphasized that the existence of political parties is secondary to the credibility of their leadership, arguing that merely changing parties does not alter the underlying motivations of politicians who prioritize power for personal gain.
He critiqued the track record of the People’s Alliance party leader, suggesting that leaders lacking principles often repeat historical patterns of behavior. Narube highlighted the erosion of trust in Fiji’s political landscape, pointing out that citizens have lost faith in politicians over the past two decades.
He called on voters to be discerning and not to be misled by familiar politicians presenting themselves under new party banners. Narube believes it is essential for voters to exercise their rights in the upcoming 2026 elections to remove untrustworthy politicians. He stressed the need for a leader who can drive economic transformation, reduce poverty, control living costs, foster unity among diverse communities, ensure safety, and eradicate corruption, especially among those in power.