Following today’s ruling of the High Court in relation to the dismissal of the former Commissioner of the Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption, I have directed that an appeal be lodged.
The Court’s decision to grant leave for a judicial review challenging the validity of the Commission of Inquiry has been noted, and the Government will take the necessary steps to respond through the appropriate legal processes.
I am encouraged that today’s proceedings reaffirm that democracy in Fiji remains strong, that the separation of powers is respected, and that there is no interference by the Executive in the work of the Judiciary.
The rule of law remains paramount, and Government will continue to uphold constitutional processes and respect the independence of our institutions.
