Former acting Attorney-General Siromi Turaga attended deliberations of the Special Committee on the Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2026 today, following confirmation of his resignation by Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka.
Mr Turaga’s attendance comes amid controversy surrounding an explicit video circulating on social media allegedly involving the former Cabinet minister.
Earlier, Mr Rabuka confirmed Mr Turaga’s resignation after indicating that he could face suspension if allegations of misconduct were established.
The Prime Minister had previously stated that he was yet to speak to Mr Turaga, who was overseas at the time, and maintained that the allegations remained unverified.
Mr Rabuka also said he had not viewed the video and would not make any judgment before hearing Mr Turaga’s explanation.
Meanwhile, the Special Committee on the Constitution (Amendment) Bill held deliberations today as part of its ongoing examination of proposed changes to Fiji’s Constitution.
In a statement, Parliament confirmed that the committee was preparing to begin public consultations on Thursday, October 15.
“The Committee is preparing to begin public consultations this Thursday, 15 October 2026, providing members of the public with an opportunity to share their views, concerns and submissions on the proposed constitutional changes.”
Parliament said the consultations would allow the committee to hear directly from members of the public before considering the proposed amendments.
“The consultations will form an important part of the process, allowing the Committee to hear directly from the public as it considers the proposed amendments.”
The first public consultation is scheduled for the Suva Civic Centre on Thursday morning, followed by another session at Vunimono High School Hall in Nausori later that day.
Further consultations are scheduled for Navua, Nadroga, Nadi and Lautoka on Friday and Saturday.
Mr Turaga’s continued participation in the committee’s proceedings comes as questions remain over the circumstances of his resignation and his continuing parliamentary responsibilities.
No official clarification has been provided on whether his resignation affects his membership of the Special Committee.
