Statement by the Prime Minister, Honourable Sitiveni Rabuka
After careful consideration of the Minister for Home Affairs and Immigration’s offer to temporarily step aside in light of ongoing investigations within the Department of Immigration, and in accordance with the powers vested in me under Section 92(3) of the Constitution of the Republic of Fiji, I have decided to re-assign the Department of Immigration and the Fiji Police Force to fall under my portfolio responsibilities.
Hon. Pio Tikoduadua will continue to serve as the Minister for Defence, with responsibility for the Republic of Fiji Military Forces and Veterans’ Affairs.
He will remain supported by Mr. Mason Smith, who will continue as the Permanent Secretary for Defence and Veterans’ Affairs.
These changes will take effect on Sunday, 1 December 2024.