The Minister for Youth and Sports Viliame Naupoto yesterday reminded the youth of Fiji to recognise the value of education.
Officiating at the Fiji Celebrations in the western division yesterday, the Minister told students and youth who gathered at the event that Government was fully committed to the growth and development of Fiji’s youth.
“Like any 43 year old, we have developed our wisdom,” the Minister said as he referred to Fiji’s 43 years of independence.
“We are now wise enough to understand that our differences, be it racial, religious or otherwise is not a barrier but a blessing that we should embrace,” he said.
“We are wise enough to recognise that our youth are the energy of our nation and that they can vote at the age of 18 and have their voices heard in the running of our nation.”
Meanwhile crowds turned up at both Labasa and Lautoka yesterday to celebrate Fiji’s independence anniversary.
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