Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has announced that a Commission of Inquiry is the most suitable and impartial way to investigate allegations concerning the operations of the Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption (FICAC).
This statement came in response to inquiries from local media about an interview given by Francis Pulewai, the former Acting Deputy Commissioner of FICAC, to international media.
Prime Minister Rabuka emphasized that an independent commission would be in a better position to examine the issues raised by Pulewai, especially those regarding alleged ministerial interference in FICAC’s investigations.
“If such an inquiry finds evidence of undue interference, it will recommend appropriate actions to be taken based on its findings,” stated Prime Minister Rabuka.
He also noted that there have been no modifications to the laws regulating FICAC and affirmed the government’s commitment to adhering to the law.
In response to claims that Pulewai had been threatened, the Prime Minister denounced any such threats if they occurred, and clarified that he had not received reports of any threats to Pulewai, nor were these concerns communicated to him or reported to the Fiji Police.