Director of Public Prosecutions Christopher Pryde has reported that his salary has been suspended again following a decision by the Judicial Services Commission (JSC) to refer complaints against him to the Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption (FICAC). In a statement released on Monday, Pryde shared he received a letter from the President dated July 25, indicating that due to his ongoing absence from Fiji, his salary would remain halted.
Currently living in New Zealand, Pryde expressed deep concerns in his response to the President, alleging a breach of the Constitution. He claims the President has been misled by legal advisors, arguing that the suspension of his salary and failure to resolve complaints independently contravene constitutional principles. Pryde urged the President to seek alternate legal advice to rectify this situation.
Formal charges have been filed against Pryde by FICAC as of Monday, adding a new layer of complexity to his case. The situation began following allegations about his conduct while serving as DPP, which led to his suspension last year before being reinstated in early 2025.
Similar articles detail how Pryde’s ongoing absence is linked to unresolved complaints and recent accusations, raising serious questions about accountability and governance within Fiji’s public institutions. His claims suggest underlying tensions related to legal practices and ethical standards that may have wider implications.
Despite the serious nature of these developments, there remains cautious optimism that the focus on Pryde’s case could generate necessary reforms in Fiji’s judicial system, enhancing accountability and public trust. Stakeholders express hope that the resolution of these issues may promote increased transparency and integrity in the nation’s legal framework, reinforcing the importance of fairness in judicial proceedings.
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