RFMF moves to strengthen security after armoury breach

The Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) has assured that security will be strengthened across its installations, following  attempted breaches at its armoury and other establishments over the past two weeks.

It is alleged that unknown individuals had attempted to gain unauthorised access to certain military facilities however attempts were unsuccessful due to robust security systems.

In a statement, the RFMF confirmed that unknown individuals had attempted to gain unauthorised access to certain military facilities, but said the attempts were unsuccessful due to robust security systems.

Minister for Defence Pio Tikoduadua said he had been informed of the incidents, which have now been formally reported to the Fiji Police Force and are under investigation.

“I have been assured that no arms or ammunition have been removed or compromised,” Mr Tikoduadua said in a statement.

Mr Tikoduadua said the RFMF has assured that they would strengthen security measures across its installations and maintain heightened vigilance.

The assurance follows concerns over a reported breach involving an armoury, raising questions about the security of military facilities. Authorities have moved quickly to contain the situation, with investigations now focused on determining how the breach occurred and whether any protocols were compromised.

Mr Tikoduadua said further details would be made available once investigations are complete.