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Phone Hacking Allegations Lead to Resignation of Fiji's Justice Minister

Phone Hacking Allegations Lead to Resignation of Fiji's Justice Minister

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ThreatCluster •October 17, 2026 at 20:48 UTC
  • •Siromi Turaga resigned as Minister for Justice after alleged phone hacking.
  • •His daughter defended him on social media, emphasizing the impact of public humiliation.
  • •Prime Minister Rabuka deemed an investigation unnecessary, focusing on the act itself.

Siromi Turaga, former Minister for Justice in Fiji, resigned following allegations that his phone was hacked, leading to the circulation of an explicit video. His daughter claimed on social media that the hack resulted in public humiliation for him and his family. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka stated there is no need for an investigation into the hacking, asserting that the act itself is what matters. Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica praised Turaga's contributions to the government and expressed concern for his family's well-being during this controversy. Despite the incident, Turaga remains a Member of Parliament and a member of the People’s Alliance Party. The incident has sparked significant social media discussions and public scrutiny.

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2026-10-14
Turaga's daughter claims phone was hacked
Imah TK posted on social media alleging her father's phone was hacked, leading to the circulation of a private video.
Fijitimes.Fj
2026-10-16
Turaga resigns as Minister for Justice
Prime Minister Rabuka confirmed he accepted Turaga's resignation following the hacking allegations and video circulation.
Fijitimes.Fj

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What led to Siromi Turaga's resignation?
Turaga resigned following allegations that his phone was hacked, resulting in the circulation of an explicit video.
How has the public reacted to the incident?
The incident has sparked significant discussions on social media, with mixed reactions towards Turaga and his family.
Is there an ongoing investigation into the hacking?
Prime Minister Rabuka stated that there is no need for an investigation into the alleged phone hack.