Suva Lawyer in Hot Water: FICAC Investigates Allegations of Abuse of Office

Suva lawyer Barbara Malimali has been detained by the Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption (FICAC) and is currently undergoing interrogation. Reports indicate that the questioning relates to alleged misuse of her official position. FICAC had planned a press conference for 11:30 AM, which has now been postponed to a later time. Attorney-General Graham Leung stated that a press conference is now scheduled for 1:30 PM today. Further updates will follow.