May 25, 2021 12:04:26 PM National Federation Party Leader Professor Biman Prasad was today told to change the background of his setting for the virtual sitting of Parliament as it had a party logo. A point of order was raised by Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum who stated that it was discussed in the business committee meeting yesterday that all members should have a neutral background. He should cover the word NFP because when we come into parliament we do not come with the political party banner.” In response Prof Prasad said: “I listen to the speaker Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, I do not answer to you.”
May 04, 2021 02:12:40 PM National Federation Party Leader Professor Biman Prasad says the government needs to show humility and help those in need, with or without cameras nearby. Prof Prasad is also calling on government to stop being cruel by parading its discredited food distribution efforts on social media as many Fijians have no food in their house. He in a statement said some people in the Western Division are relying on their neighbours for food as they cannot afford to buy it and the government will give excess food rations to people in Suva, even to those who do not need them, as long as there is a camera nearby.
Apr 20, 2021 10:47:26 AM National Federation Party Leader Professor Biman Prasad has labelled the banning of religious activities outside the containment area as insensitive. Prof Prasad said the ban on religious activities outside the containment or lockdown districts, at a time when Hindus are celebrating Ram Naumi is unfair. He said the decision by government to ban religious activities outside the containment area was also unfair for Muslims who are observing the holy month of Ramadan. “This decision stinks when we have shopping malls, cinemas, pubs, bars, restaurants, supermarkets, buses and taxis full of people with no social distancing. “Why impose a blanket ban on religious activities including provision of religious services in churches, temples and mosques when it can be done with conformity to social distancing.
Apr 20, 2021 10:47:26 AM National Federation Party Leader Professor Biman Prasad has labelled the banning of religious activities outside the containment area as insensitive. Prof Prasad said the ban on religious activities outside the containment or lockdown districts, at a time when Hindus are celebrating Ram Naumi is unfair. He said the decision by government to ban religious activities outside the containment area was also unfair for Muslims who are observing the holy month of Ramadan. “This decision stinks when we have shopping malls, cinemas, pubs, bars, restaurants, supermarkets, buses and taxis full of people with no social distancing. “Why impose a blanket ban on religious activities including provision of religious services in churches, temples and mosques when it can be done with conformity to social distancing.