Investigation
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Fiji Minister Vasu Seeks Police Probe Into Allegations by Permanent Secretary Navakamocea
Fiji’s iTaukei Affairs minister faces a new turn in a running clash with his Permanent Secretary as police launch a formal probe. Allegations and sharp claims, tied to a controversial figure, push the dispute into a high-stakes investigation.
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Fiji Sports Council Probes Alleged Conflict of Interest Over Rent Linked to Suspended CEO’s Brother
Allegations of a potential conflict of interest at the National Hockey Centre have triggered a focused probe by the Fiji Sports Council. A whistleblower claims a rental arrangement involving the brother of a suspended chief executive could divert revenue and raise questions about governance. As investigators press on, the story touches on accountability and transparency…
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Fiji Corrections Service Suspends Two Nurses as Board of Inquiry Probes Inmate Contacts
– Fresh tensions at Fiji’s Corrections Service as suspensions and an internal inquiry unfold, spotlighting ongoing governance reforms and the zero-tolerance stance on staff-inmate relations. – A new development in Fiji’s corrections service signals a crackdown on misconduct amid broader governance scrutiny and leadership challenges. – Two staff members face suspension as internal probes unfold…
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Fiji Health Tender Waivers Probe Moves to CID After 11-Year Pause
An 11-year-old corruption file resurfaces in court, with prosecutors alleging improper waivers and political influence shaped major health contracts. A key witness says the inquiry stalled for more than a decade, as the trial pieces together how the procurement process was steered away from competitive bidding.
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Fiji police officer under internal probe for backing Qoibau code that bans women from kava in Labasa
A senior police officer faces an internal probe over backing a controversial Qoibau district code in Labasa, including a gender-specific ban on women consuming kava. The move has reignited debates over tradition, policing and gender equality as investigations continue.
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Investigation Underway After Abandoned Yacht S’boro of Karasu Identified in Yasawa
An abandoned yacht off Cakaudrove has been identified as the S’boro of Karasu and is now under multi-agency assessment. Investigators are examining its condition and ownership, with divers and local representatives assisting as the probe continues.
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Kinoya church office break-in spurs police forensic investigation
Police are investigating an early-morning break-in at a Kinoya church office, with forensic teams and investigators canvassing the area. CCTV footage is being reviewed and residents are being questioned as authorities pursue what happened and its possible connection to a spate of similar incidents at worship sites.
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Fiji Police Chief Urges Detectives to Stay Focused on Investigations Amid Online Buzz
Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu warns newly graduated detectives not to let social media chatter steer investigations, urging strict adherence to proper procedure in a rapidly changing crime landscape. The five‑week course—co-facilitated by Fiji and New Zealand Police—focuses on sharpening practical investigative skills and evidence-based interviewing to keep pace with modern crime dynamics.
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Fiji Police Open Probe Into Alleged Misuse of Public Funds Linked to Former Sports Minister and Fiji Sports Council CEO
An official probe is underway into alleged misuse of funds linked to Fiji’s sports sector. A former Sports Minister and the Fiji Sports Council chief executive are at the center of the inquiry, with auditors assisting investigators as the case develops.
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Fiji National University Moves to Strategic Planning Ministry as Independent Governance Probe Opens
A government-ordered, independent probe into Fiji National University coincides with a move to place the institution under a new ministry. Whistleblower concerns and governance questions loom large as investigations unfold, signaling a broader push to align higher education with national development goals.