PM fires Sports Minister Jese Saukuru over abuse of office allegations

Saukuru dismissed as Police probe abuse of office allegations

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has dismissed Jese Saukuru from his role as Minister for Youth and Sports with immediate effect. Rabuka has now assumed the Youth and Sports portfolio, while Assistant Minister Aliki Bia will continue supporting the ministry’s day-to-day operations. Rabuka says the decision follows serious allegations of abuse of office relating to the […]

PM fires Sports Minister Jese Saukuru over abuse of office allegations

Prime Minister Hon. Sitiveni Rabuka has dismissed Minister for Youth and Sports Jese Saukuru with immediate effect, citing the seriousness of allegations relating to the misuse of public office. In a statement, Mr Rabuka said the decision was made to allow the Fiji Police Force to carry out a full and independent investigation into allegations of abuse of office linked to the Fiji Sports Council. “The integrity of public office and the proper ma…