Court clears former Fiji deputy PM Manoa Kamikamica

Former Fiji deputy prime minister Manoa Kamikamica has been formally cleared of all criminal charges by a Suva court on Monday. He was previously charged with perjury and providing false information to a public servant under oath during a Commission of Inquiry. The accusations were made by Fiji's anti-corruption agency. Resident Magistrate Charles Ratakele dismissed the case, stating there was insufficient evidence to require Kamikamica to present a defense.

The court ruled that Kamikamica had no case to answer. Kamikamica expressed relief and gratitude to his supporters during a press conference outside the court, stating that the decision was long overdue. He acknowledged that some people believed he had let them down, but emphasized that the focus now should be on running the government and leading the country.

Kamikamica officially resigned from his deputy prime minister position in October last year to clear his name. According to local media, the ruling marks a significant step towards restoring truth and justice in Fiji, as the nation prepares for an upcoming election and a potential constitutional change.