06/04/2026
To our Fijians here in the United Kingdom.
Ni sa bula Vinaka saka
Your High Commission has the honour to inform of the sad occasion of the demise of the former President and Speaker of the House of Fiji, the late Ratu Epeli Nailatikau.
Having served as a former Head of State, Speaker of the House and a Diplomat; Ratu Epeli Nailatikau has left such an impactful imprint in the various capacities where he served.
As a former High Commissioner to the Court of St James, Ratu Epeli Nailatikau was a charismatic and principled leader. He consistently championed the national interests and inspired generations of leaders and Diplomats.
The late Ratu Epeli Nailatikau leaves behind a distinguished and enduring legacy. His exemplary leadership was marked by a blend of cultural grounding, diplomatic excellence and genuine accessibility. His legacy of service, dignity and commitment will continue to inspire the nation, region and all those privileged to have been acquainted with him.
In honoring a life of a chief, a leader, a visionary and a mentor; in the late Ratu Epeli Nailatikau; the Fiji High Commission wishes to invite members of our Community to sign a dedicated condolence book at the Mission.
The condolence book will be available for signing from Tuesday the 07th to Friday the 17th of April, from 10am to 3pm daily.
Please be informed that our temporary Chancery is located at Level 2, 239 High Street Kensington, London; W8 6SN.
Vinaka Vakalevu
Fiji High Commission London