Lawyer Tupou Draunidalo is set to lead the proposed FijiansFirst political party, with former minister Faiyaz Koya listed among its founding members.
Documents submitted as part of the party’s registration show Ms Draunidalo named as president, while Mr Koya is identified as a founding member of the new political movement.
The application, signed by several officials, also lists Ravindran Kumaran as general secretary and Sanjay Kirpal as treasurer, alongside other founding members.
According to the party’s draft constitution, FijiansFirst aims to “serve the best interests of Fijians” and promote equality, democratic governance and economic development. It also outlines objectives such as upholding the Constitution, fostering national unity and encouraging sustainable growth.
The proposed party intends to contest seats in Parliament with the aim of forming government and appointing a Prime Minister.
Ms Draunidalo, a former Member of Parliament and past president of the National Federation Party, has previously led political movements including the HOPE Party.
Mr Koya, a lawyer and former Cabinet minister, has held key portfolios including commerce, trade and tourism and previously served as Attorney-General.
The emergence of the proposed FijiansFirst party follows the deregistration of the former FijiFirst party in 2024, leaving space for new political alignments ahead of the next general election.
The party’s application is currently part of the formal registration process, which requires approval before it can officially operate and contest elections.
