The Fiji Roads Authority (FRA) has reported incidents of vandalism and theft shortly after the completion of the $62.944 million Queen Elizabeth Drive Road Project in Suva. During a recent inspection, the FRA discovered that several street lights had been damaged and important garden light cables were allegedly stolen.
Atunaisa Nayago, the chairperson of the FRA, expressed concern over the impact of these acts on public safety, stating that such vandalism and theft not only violate the law but also create dangerous conditions for both drivers and pedestrians, thereby raising the likelihood of accidents and injuries.
He stressed that unlawful actions could lead to legal consequences for those involved and urged the public to take pride in their community and respect public property. Mr. Nayago further noted that the damage to street lighting and stolen cables jeopardizes community safety and undermines efforts to maintain a secure and well-lit environment.
He appealed to the community to help protect the new infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in ensuring that roads remain safe and functional. “Protecting public property is a shared responsibility that impacts the well-being of all,” Mr. Nayago concluded.