631 articles tagged "drugs"
A heartfelt plea to reject drugs and consider the long-term consequences was delivered by Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu during his address as chief guest at the John Wesley College student pass-out parade held at
People are raising concerns about a rise in burglaries in areas like Lajonia, Labasa and open drug dealings and drug usage in areas such as Suva, Nadi and Lautoka. They are also fearing victimisation if they report
Assistant Commissioner of Police Kasiano Vusonilawe says last month they arrested six people for drug related crimes in Lakeba and earlier this month, three were taken into custody, with the most recent case being yeste
As Fiji grapples with a growing HIV outbreak driven by a methamphetamine crisis, an expert warns the country could become a semi-narco state. The expert in transnational crime also explains to Radio New Zealand on
Drug abuse and trafficking are trying to rewrite Fiji’s story with addiction and suffering, a story written by greed that places profit above the well-being of our neighbours, families and children. Minister for
The 26-year-old Inoke Uganidavui is using his story to encourage young people to make better choices, after overcoming a troubled past marked by drugs, crime, and imprisonment. Uganidavui says his life took a diffi
A total of 2,446 illicit drug cases were recorded from May 2024 to May 2025. Commissioner of Police, Rusiate Tudravu highlighted this during the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking event, w
Drug abuse and trafficking are not only criminal issues but also developmental, social, and economic challenges. While speaking during the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking at the Suva Ci
Being a drug and alcohol addict for 16 years jeopardized the life and family of 28-year-old Josefa Bitu and left it in bad shape. Bitu, who found hope, healing, and purpose through the Adult and Teen Challenge Fiji
The "Stride for Health, Unite Against Drugs" Walkathon, held at Albert Park, promoted healthy living and strengthened the joint commitment of China and Fiji to combat drug abuse. The event was part of the celebrati
Serious concerns continue to be raised about students using drugs as the Alcohol and Other Drugs General Counsellor of Substance Abuse Advisory Council Vilisimani Rakikau revealed that students as young as 10 years old
Rugby Legend and 7s Wizard Waisale Serevi is leading a call to action in the fight against drugs and in protecting the children of Fiji. Serevi highlighted this to fijivillage News saying he is using the Serevi Aca
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka visited the site at Robertson Road in Suva where some minors have been seen injecting drugs like experts. fijivillage News had sent the concerning video showing minors injecting drug
The reality on the ground is getting clearer than ever as three minors have been seen using drugs at the shortcut at Robertson Road in Suva. A video of the three boys is being widely circulated on social media and
Turaga na Roko Tui Bau, Ratu Timoci Tavanavanua says Vanua leaders must be forceful and vocal in their leadership with relation to solving the issues such as drugs, domestic violence, and numerous other issues involving
Children caught with drugs should be sent to rehabilitation centres, not punished harshly, and there is a need to make the children realise that there’s no place for drugs in schools. Drasa Primary School teacher,
A senior official at the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service has been charged for his alleged involvement in the unlawful importation of more than 4 kilograms of methamphetamine seized at the Nadi International Airport.
Counter Narcotics Bureau officer Uraia Tiudamu Bolalailai, charged in relation to the alleged unlawful importation of more than 4 kilograms of methamphetamine, has been remanded in custody by the Nadi Magistrates Court.
Another police officer based at the Counter Narcotics Bureau has been charged in relation to the alleged unlawful importation of more than 4 kilograms of methamphetamine seized during a joint operation with the Fiji Pol
A foreign national has been charged in relation to the alleged unlawful importation of 4 kilograms of methamphetamine, seized during a joint controlled operation between the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service and the Fiji
