Shameem Warns Against ‘Hoodwink’ Approach
‘Instead, treat the ordinary citizens of this country with the respect and dignity that they deserve’
Sunday 16 February 2025 | 10:21
University of Fiji Vice-Chancellor Professor Shaista Shameem during the 2013 Constitution information session at Suvavou House, Suva on February 14, 2025. Photo: Jone Salusalu
Government should avoid the deception of the ‘hoodwink’ approach if it’s serious about amending the 2013 Constitution.
University of Fiji Vice-Chancellor Professor Shaista Shameem made the comment while delivering her submission to the 2013 Constitution information session committee on Friday.
“It would be advisable not to allow those with vested interests to hoodwink both politicians and people about the reasons why the Constitution needs amendment,” Ms Shameem said.
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“Instead, treat the ordinary citizens of this country with the respect and dignity that they deserve.
“By closely following the provisions of the Constitution 2013 on revision as we would have done for the 1970, 1990 and 1997 Constitutions.”
The move to amend the 2013 Constitution began on Wednesday, with civil society organisations, religious bodies, and prominent constitutional lawyers fronting the committee.
The informative session was chaired by the Permanent Secretary for the Office of the Prime Minister Dr Lesikimacuata Korovavala.
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