The SDL has expressed shock and is saddened at the untimely passing of former Lieutenant Colonel and Ousted Minister in the SDL government Savenaca Draunidalo in a boating accident on Saturday afternoon in Naroi waters in Moala, Lau.

National Director, Peceli Kinivuwai said Draunidalo was a vital member and key component of the SDL even though he had entered the political arena as an Independent.