By rnz.co.nz and is republished with permission
Fiji MP Lynda Tabuya has been dismissed as the Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection.
Lynda Tabuya Photo: Facebook / Fiji Government
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka said in light of the recent events concerning the conduct of Lynda Tabuya, and in consideration of:
- (i) the Oath she has taken as a Minister; and
- (ii) standards expected of any Minister,
He has decided to exercise the power conferred upon to him by Section 92(3)(b) of the Constitution, to dismiss her as a Minister, with immediate effect.
She will remain as a Member of Parliament.
Mr Rabuka said this is not a decision he has taken lightly, but one that is necessary in the best interest of the people that we serve.
Sashi Kiran Photo: Fiji Government
Sashi Kiran will replace Lynda Tabuya as the Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, effective from the date of her swearing by the President, Mr Rabuka said.
