FNU revives long-stalled Naiyaca campus project

Fiji National University has reignited the long-delayed redevelopment of its Naiyaca Campus in Labasa, a project that initially broke ground in 2018 but remained unfinished. This restart signals a renewed commitment by FNU to broaden access to higher education in Vanua Levu.

FNU Vice-Chancellor Professor Unaisi Nabobo-Baba acknowledged the significant delays and extended apologies to the traditional leaders and residents of Wasavulu and Macuata. She affirmed the university's dedication to establishing a campus that will better serve students in the Northern Division.

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The university remains committed to delivering a campus that will better serve students in the North.

In a move to honor local leadership, Professor Nabobo-Baba requested and received approval from the Tui Macuata to rename the campus the Ratu Wiliame Katonivere Labasa Campus. This decision recognizes Ratu Wiliame's contributions to education. The university also launched its new Literacy and Numeracy Centre in Labasa, which will focus on enhancing English and Mathematics skills while incorporating traditional knowledge and indigenous practices.

Officiating the ceremony, Tui Macuata Ratu Wiliame Katonivere stated that the campus redevelopment fulfills a long-standing promise to the people of Macuata. He emphasized the project's importance as an investment for future generations of students in the North. Classes are currently ongoing at the newly named campus amidst the ongoing construction.

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The redevelopment fulfils a long-standing commitment to the people of Macuata. He said the project ws an important investment that will benefit future generations of Northern students.