The late President of the Methodist Church of Fiji Rev Dr Tuikilakila Waqairatu will be laid to rest in Davuilevu today after the funeral service at Centenary Church.
Prime Minister and Army Commander, Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama led the Government delegation and the Military to present their reguregu yesterday.
Speaking on behalf of the Government, Assistant Roko of Tailevu, Joji Banuve said the Methodist Church should thank God for the appointment of a church leader who made some changes for the sake of its members and the church.
The Tui Moala, Ratu Irivi Draunidalo while acknowledging the presence of the Prime Minister and the Government delegation said elections is coming up this year and the Methodist Church and the Government must work together and support each other in the coming years.
Attorney General, Aiyaz Sayed Khaiyum, other cabinet ministers, Acting Commissioner of Police Ravi Narayan and senior military officers were part of the government delegation.
The official flag of the Methodist Church with its new logo which was supposed to be launched by the late President Reverend Dr Tuikilakila Waqairatu, is now flying at half mast at its head office.
Police also confirm the whole of Stewart St and half of Marks St will be closed from 8.30am to 12pm.
Stay with us for coverage of the funeral of the late Methodist President Reverend Waqairatu.
Story by: Tokasa Rainima
