Tag: funeral
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Graduation and State Funeral Spark Short-Term Sales Boom for Suva–Nausori Traders
Two major events drew crowds to the Suva–Nausori corridor, delivering a welcome boost to hotels, eateries and craft vendors. Tailors rushed to handle last-minute orders, while… Read more
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Fiji’s Maritime Agencies Coordinate Safe Transport of Dignitaries to Bau Island for Nailatikau State Funeral
A tightly coordinated maritime operation ensured the safe, orderly transport of mourners and dignitaries to Bau Island for a landmark state funeral, with rigorous safety and… Read more
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Mataki-Bau Tribe Mobilizes to Sustain Ligatabu During Ratu Epeli Nailatikau Funeral Rites
During the final rites for the late Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, the Mataki-Bau of Nakoroivau mobilize to nourish the ligatabu and support the attendants—a moving display of… Read more
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Bau Island Hosts One of Fiji’s Largest Traditional State Funerals as Week-Long Rites Unfold
On Bau Island, a monumental farewell brings thousands together for a week of traditional ceremony, hospitality, and precise ritual. Behind the marquees and generous offerings lies… Read more
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Suva retailers pause trade for Ratu Epeli Nailatikau funeral procession
Fiji’s business community pauses to pay its respects as Ratu Epeli Nailatikau’s funeral procession winds through Suva. Retailers briefly close in a nationwide gesture honoring the… Read more
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Solemn Suva procession marks farewell to Fiji’s Ratu Epeli Nailatikau as he lies in state at Government House
Suva fell quiet as the flag-draped casket began its final journey, a somber procession that highlighted a lifetime of service—from military chief to president. Dignity, humility,… Read more
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Kumi Verata Warriors Arrive on Bau to Guard the Na Turaga na Taukei Naisogolaca Household During Nailatikau Funeral
Warriors from Kumi Village arrive on Bau Island to guard the Naisogolaca household as Fiji marks the passing of a high chief and former head of… Read more
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Fiji honours former President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau as reguregu rites begin ahead of state funeral
Former president Ratu Epeli Nailatikau is remembered for humility and a rare rapport with everyday Fijians, as chiefs, servicemen and provincial delegations gather to say farewell.… Read more
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Tongan King Tupou VI to lead tribute as Ratu Epeli Nailatikau lies in state at Fiji’s State House
King Tupou VI’s planned tribute to the late statesman signals a rare royal gesture steeped in Pacific family ties. As the three-day reguregu unfolds on Bau… Read more
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Final Preparations for Fiji’s State Funeral of Former President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, Blending iTaukei Rites with Military Honours
Fiji moves toward a ceremonial farewell for former President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, blending iTaukei rites with full military honours. The final arrangements unfold across Suva and… Read more