Corrections Service will not comment on Commissioner’s nepotism allegations

Corrections Service will not comment on Commissioner’s nepotism allegations

By Navitalai Naivalurua
01/02/2025

The Fiji Corrections Service assures the public that all its actions are guided by justice, fairness, and legal compliance after allegations of nepotism of the Commissioner Dr Jalesi Nakarawa being investigated by FICAC.

FICAC is investigating allegations of abuse of office, which is an offence under the Crimes Act.

The Corrections Service will make no other comment at this stage.

They say the FCS remains committed to upholding the rule of law while ensuring that the rights of all inmates are protected in accordance with the Corrections Act and constitutional mandates.

The Corrections Service says the Commissioner of Corrections is appointed by the President of Fiji on the advice of the Constitutional Offices Commission following consultation with the Minister responsible for the Corrections Service (Section 129).

It says while the Minister may issue general policy directions, the Commissioner is not subject to external control in deployment and corrections management matters.

They say under Section 137, the Commissioner can only be removed from office due to the inability to perform duties (whether due to health or any other cause) or for misbehaviour.

They further say such a removal process must be conducted in accordance with constitutional provisions, reinforcing the office's independence.

The Corrections Commissioner, Dr Jalesi Nakarawa, was sent on leave early last month after reports of serious and potential breaches within the Fiji Corrections Service.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka confirmed receiving an informal complaint regarding the employment of Dr. Nakarawa's wife, as a nurse at one of the Corrections Service centres.

Deputy Commissioner of Corrections Auta Moceisuva is serving as Acting Commissioner.

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