Minister for Home Affairs and Immigration, Pio Tikoduadua has offered to resign.
This after the discovery of possible unauthorised issuance of passports to the children of individuals associated with the Grace Road human rights allegations.
He states there has been the possible unauthorised issuance of passports to the children of individuals associated with the Grace Road human rights allegations.
Mr Tikoduadua said these passports appear to have been issued without his knowledge and without the approval of the Permanent Secretary.
“To uphold the principles of transparency and accountability, I have offered to temporarily step aside from my role as Minister for Home Affairs and Immigration pending the outcome of this investigation”’.
“I believe that this action is necessary to ensure the inquiry is conducted impartially and without any perception of undue influence from my office.”
Mr Tikoduadua added he has communicated his decision to the Prime Minister and await his guidance on this matter.
“My commitment is to the people of Fiji and to maintaining the highest standards of governance.”’
“’I assure you that I will fully cooperate with the investigation and work towards restoring any trust that may have been compromised.”
“I understand the concern this issue may cause, and I am dedicated to resolving it promptly and transparently. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.”
