Labasa Father and Son Open New Fuel Service Station

Mohammed Hassan and his son, Mohammed Imran Ibrahim, invested $200,000 and established their first fuel station along Vunimoli-Korotari Rd in Labasa.

The project will significantly benefit numerous sugarcane, vegetable, livestock, and rice farmers in Naduna, Waidamudamu, Nakama, Sarava, and the surrounding areas.

Mr Hassan, 59, secured a loan with the Fiji Development Bank’s (FDB) to make their dream a reality. He said there was a need for a fuel station in the area.

“From a very young age, I worked with my father on his sugarcane farm, and I saw the struggle he faced when there was no place to refuel our vehicle,” Mr Hassan said.

Mohammed Hassan (left), with his extended family during the opening of the new fuel station in Vunimoli, Labasa on March 8, 2024. Photo: Shratika Naidu

“This is like a dream come true for me, and I am happy that I was able to fulfil it with the support from FDB and my family,” the father of two said.

“I believe that if we work diligently and have a vision, then only we can be successful in life.”

He said even elderly people could achieve their vision if they put their faith in God.

The station is open seven days a week, from 6am to 9pm.

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