Sevuloni Valenitabua has been sworn in as Fiji’s Acting Attorney-General.
President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu officiated at the swearing-in ceremony at the State House today.
A Government statement states Mr Valenitabua brings approximately 29 years of legal experience across Fiji and the Pacific, having worked in private legal practice, public service, human rights and regional legal administration.
His career includes serving with the Fiji Human Rights Commission, the Public Solicitor’s Office in the Solomon Islands and the Public Defenders’ Office in Nauru.
His areas of expertise include constitutional and human rights law, criminal and civil litigation, and other legal matters.
Before pursuing a career in law, Mr Valenitabua spent 16 years teaching in secondary schools across Fiji.
President Lalabalavu congratulated Mr Valenitabua on his appointment and wished him well as he assumed the responsibilities of the constitutional office.
The Attorney-General serves as the Government’s principal legal adviser and chief law officer, providing legal guidance and ensuring government decisions and actions comply with Fiji’s laws.
The ceremony was attended by Permanent Secretary for the Office of the Prime Minister Dr Lesikimacuata Korovavala, Solicitor-General Ropate Green and family members.
