Fiji Corrections Service

03/06/2026

MEDIA RELEASE

Fiji Corrections Service Clarifies Misinformation Regarding Recent Incident at Maximum Correctional Centre

03 June, 2026 - The Fiji Corrections Service (FCS) wishes to address and correct misinformation currently circulating on social media regarding a recent snap search operation conducted at the Maximum Correctional Centre.

On 01 and 02 June 2026, correctional personnel conducted planned snap searches within C Wing of the Maximum Corrections Centre as part of ongoing efforts to maintain institutional security and prevent the possession of contraband items.

During the operation, inmate MX Vilikesa Delana was found in possession of a mobile phone, batteries, and a charger, while inmate MX Isaia Bobo was found in possession of suspected contraband concealed inside a bar of washing soap. These matters are currently subject to internal investigation and disciplinary processes.

During a subsequent search operation on 02 June 2026, inmate MX Usaia Kilaiverata became verbally abusive towards correction officers after approaching the Officer in Charge regarding a personal request.

Despite being instructed to wait, he continued his disruptive behaviour and later physically resisted officers and attempted to assault a correctional officer.
Correctional officers responded using only the necessary and reasonable force required to safely restrain the inmate and restore order within the facility.

The inmate was subsequently segregated in accordance with established correctional procedures.

The Fiji Corrections Service categorically refutes claims circulating on social media alleging that MX Usaia Kilaiverata, MX Vilikesa Delana, or MX Isaia Bobo were injured during the operation or confined in segregation without clothing.

Following the incident, MX Usaia Kilaiverata was examined by the Senior Medical Officer, Dr Orisi, and attending nursing staff. The medical assessment confirmed that he had sustained no injuries and was medically cleared. No injuries were reported among corrections officers or other inmates during the operation.

Furthermore, allegations that inmates were placed in a "dark cell" without clothing are entirely false. All inmates placed in segregation are managed in accordance with established policies, operational procedures, and applicable standards governing inmate welfare, safety, and security.

Members of the public are encouraged to refrain from sharing unverified information and to rely on official Fiji Corrections Service communications for accurate and factual updates as these men have families.

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02/06/2026

𝐅𝐈𝐉𝐈 𝐑𝐔𝐆𝐁𝐘 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐋𝐎𝐑𝐄𝐒 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐂 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐏 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐅𝐈𝐉𝐈 𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄

03rd June, 2026 | Gordon Street, Suva - The Fiji Corrections Service today welcomed representatives of the Fiji Rugby Union (FRU) to its National Headquarters in Suva for a courtesy visit and discussions on establishing a strategic partnership between the two organisations.

Discussions focused on potential areas of collaboration aimed at strengthening national rugby pathways for Corrections officers, developing coaching and high-performance opportunities, identifying and nurturing rugby talent within the Service, and enhancing leadership development programmes. The proposed partnership also explored the use of rugby as a tool for rehabilitation and reintegration, creating positive outcomes for both serving officers and inmates.

Both organisations acknowledged the long-standing contribution of Fiji Corrections Service personnel to Fiji Rugby and expressed optimism about the opportunities a formal partnership could create in advancing sporting excellence, workforce development, rehabilitation initiatives, and nation-building. Further discussions will continue as both parties explore the development of a framework to guide future collaboration.

02/06/2026

THE ACTING COMMISSIONER, MR AUTA MOCEISUVA IS IN VIENNA, AUSTRIA ATTENDING MEETINGS WITH UNODC.

The Acting Commissioner, Mr Auta Moceisuva is in Vienna on the invitation of the UNODC to attend the 35th Session of the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice from 1 to 5 June 2026.

On the margins of the main meeting, the Acting Commissioner had meetings with the UNODC's penal and prisons reform Team as well as the UNODC HIV Team to discuss strategic areas of assistance to address reform initiatives and HIV Aids strategies to combat the disease in prison.

The Acting Commissioner is expected to participate in a plenary session to speak on the topic " Advancing Penal Reform in the Island contexts: perspectives from the Carribean and the Pacific.

On a bilateral level, the Acting Commissioner and the Prison Service Division, Corrections Bureau, Ministry of Justice, Japan led by Mr Tamekuni Hiroaki also met to revisit collaborations regarding potential enhancement of infrastructure development, digitization and the furtherance of the Kyoto Model Strategy (KMS).

This is an opportunity to project the Fiji Corrections Service at a high level meeting to share experiences and challenges with other countries participating in the same meeting.

01/06/2026

28/05/2026

𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫-𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

28th May, 2026 | FCS Academy Drill Square, Naboro – The Fiji Corrections Service Southern Division held its Inter-Unit Inmates Foot Drill Competition this afternoon at the Naboro Academy Drill Square, bringing together inmates from the Minimum Corrections Center, Medium Corrections Center, and Pre-Release Corrections Center in a display of discipline, teamwork, and rehabilitation through drill.

Opening the event was the Supervisor of Southern Division, Superintendent Alevio Turaga, who commended the inmates for their punctual attendance and the pride displayed through their respective unit colours and presentation.

In his opening address, Superintendent Turaga emphasized that the purpose of the competition was not simply to fulfil requirements under the Annual Corporate Plan, but to demonstrate that inmates are capable of positive change and meaningful transformation.

He reminded participants that the knowledge and discipline gained through drill can guide them towards becoming productive individuals upon discharge, stating that “nothing is impossible” for those willing to change and apply themselves.

The competition also recognized the folowing outstanding individual and team performances:

Best Platoon Sergeant - Niko Levula of Medium Corrections Center

Best Platoon Commander - Anare Qaranivalu of Pre-Release Corrections Center

Best in Drill award - Saveneca Batibasaga of the Minimum Corrections Center.

Best Platoon in Drill - Pre-Release Corrections Center.

The Fiji Corrections Service continues to use rehabilitative programs such as foot drill competitions to instill discipline, confidence, teamwork, and leadership among inmates as part of their reintegration journey.

26/05/2026

𝐅𝐂𝐒 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐋𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐢 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦

26th May, 2026 | Civic Center, Suva - Director of Training and Rehabilitation for the Fiji Corrections Service, Superintendent Isireli Dausiga, today addressed participants during Day 2 of the Lomaiviti Leaders and Development Forum held at the Civic Centre in Suva.

During his presentation, Superintendent Dausiga shared awareness on the current statistics of inmates from the Province of Lomaiviti currently serving sentences in correctional centres around the country, while also highlighting the importance of community support in the rehabilitation and reintegration process.

He encouraged leaders, families, and village representatives to continue strengthening support systems for discharged inmates returning to their villages, families, and vanua.

Superintendent Dausiga also took the opportunity to answer questions raised by village leaders, with discussions focused on how communities can better assist returning men and women in rebuilding their lives positively after release.

23/05/2026

𝐅𝐂𝐒 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞

23rd May, 2026 - Officers and staff of the Fiji Corrections Service gathered in numbers today at their respective divisional chapels around the country for the Commissioners Church Parade Pentecostal Service.

The special Sunday service was held to commemorate Pentecost Sunday and also to honor the remembrance of John Wesley’s spiritual experience on Aldersgate Day, observed annually on 24 May. The day marks the 1738 spiritual awakening of John Wesley, founder of the Methodist movement, where he famously described his heart as being “strangely warmed.”

At the Central-Eastern Divisional Chapel service, FCS Chaplain Reverend Iliesa Soita delivered a sermon on the theme of Repentance and the Power of Change through Jesus Christ. Reverend Soita spoke strongly on the responsibilities of officers as husbands and wives towards their spouses and families, while also encouraging young officers to earnestly pray for a good husband or wife and to turn away from sin through repentance and change in Christ.

Also addressing officers during the service was Acting Deputy Commissioner of Corrections, Mr. Apolosa Veve, who challenged officers and staff on three key areas: Negligence, Ignorance, and whether individuals are leading by example in both their professional duties and personal lives.

Today’s church parade highlighted the importance of spiritual growth, personal accountability, family values, and servant leadership within the Fiji Corrections Service as officers continue to uphold their responsibilities to the organization and the people of Fiji.

13/05/2026

FCS congratulates its FNU Graduates

14.05.26

The Fiji Corrections Service congratulates the 12 personnel who graduated at the recent FNU Graduations held in Suva.

The graduates are the second cohort of personnel from the FCS to under-go this intensive 12-month course to attain their Advance Diploma in Leadership and Management, tailored to meet the demands for those working in and for those eyed for positions of leadership in their various institutions.

The course curriculum covered areas such as Critical Thinking, Solving Complex Problems, Managing Budgets and Financial Plans, Managing Organizational Change, Developing and Implementing Force, and Developing Organisational Strategies and implementing and sustaining a Work Health Safety System at work.
The graduates were engaged in a combination of classroom and online learning and juggling work and family commitments at the same time over the course of 12-months.

“It really put to the test our time management and also choosing between studies and other activities that we do outside of work, it was quite tough but with the support of our family and co-workers we all managed to complete the required work to graduate,’’ says Duty Officer Nasinu CC, PCO Ilisoni Narawa.

“This is not only an achievement for me but also for my family and I thank the Leadership of FCS for encouraging us to keep pursuing academic excellence, I also congratulate my Officer in Charge, ASC Waqabaca who also undertook this journey with me.

OC Pre-Release Center, CCO Atunaisa Maiono said to have attained his first ever formal tertiary qualification ever has changed his whole perspective towards self-improvement.

“I worked my way up through the ranks with no formal qualification but just hard work, when I attended my brother’s graduation in New Zealand in 2024, it inspired and taught me that education has no age limit and so with the support from the FCS I enrolled in this course and soon realized I could do it.”

“This journey has shown me that dreams do not have an expiry date, and I thank my wonderful wife for the support every day, my work colleagues and the leadership at FCS for giving me this opportunity.”

For mother of four, COA Marryanne Delana’s, the achievement stood out as a reminder that success is often built on years of patience, sacrifice and determination especially when met with situations that would make many give up.

“In 2012 I lost my father then in 2016, we lost our home to Cyclone Winston and my dreams of doing my studies always took second place because we had to recover from our losses. I needed to focus on my duties with the Corrections Service and earn a living for my young family.

“In 2024 I again tried to continue and stopped again as I was raising a young family, and last year I just put my head down and tried to complete it with the support of my mum and my work colleagues. Today is also special because it is also my birthday,’’ she added.

COA Delana graduated with a Diploma in Quantity Surveying. She is based at the Projects Unit of the FCS, based at the National Headquarters.

The FCS continues to encourage and support the upgrading, upskilling of its personnel through the attainment of formal qualifications to add value to their work and help consolidate the professional standards required in the running of the organization.

ADVANCE DIPLOMA IN LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
1. ASC Isoa Waqabaca - OC Nasinu
2. CCO Atunaisa Maiono -OC PRC
3. COB Apetariki Loco- LTK CC
4. PCO Esava Ravula - WDHQ
5. PCO Ilisoni Narawa- Nas CC
6. PCO Iliesa Salusalu- Tav CC
7. COA Risiate Tadulala- LabCC
8. COB Josevata Rove- Tav CC
9. COA Vulaqoro Matavesi - LAB CC
10. COB Wame Naika - Lev CC
11. COB Joeli Nala - Tav CC

DIPLOMA IN QUANTITY SURVEYING
12. COA Maryanne Delana- NHQ

Photos: FNU and Supplied

06/05/2026

PRESS RELEASE

FCS revisits UN Engagement

07.05.26

The Acting Commissioner Mr. Auta Moceisuva with his team, this morning held a virtual meeting with the Program Officer at the United Nations Justice and Corrections Service, Mr. Viktor Jovev.

The meeting focused on UN Missions for Corrections Officers. Also joining the meeting virtually from New York was Fiji’s Military and Police Advisor to the UN, Colonel Daunivakasala Ravunakana.

The Acting Commissioner welcomed the presentation from Mr. Jovev and looks forward to the FCS re-engagement to the UN Mission.