Following the completion of the $62.944 million Queen Elizabeth Drive Road Project in Suva, the Fiji Roads Authority (FRA) has reported alarming instances of vandalism and theft.
During a recent inspection, the FRA noted damage to multiple street lights and the alleged theft of essential garden light cables. FRA chairperson Atunaisa Nayago expressed concern over the impact of these acts on public safety, describing them as illegal and dangerous.
He highlighted that the damage to street lights and the absence of cables endanger both road users and pedestrians, thus raising the likelihood of accidents and injuries. Nayago cautioned that such unlawful actions could result in legal consequences for those involved and urged the public to take pride in their community and respect public property.
Nayago reiterated that the destruction or theft of road infrastructure jeopardizes community safety and undermines efforts to provide a secure and well-lit environment for everyone. He called upon the community to help protect the newest infrastructure developments across the country, emphasizing that collaboration is essential to keeping roads safe and functional. “Protecting public property is a shared responsibility that affects everyone’s well-being,” Nayago concluded.