I believe in my heart of hearts that we're very close to a resolution. If not 24, certainly 48 hours. |
I executed a coup ... and it would be loath of me to leave the process half-done in terms of the processes of law. |
I firmly believe in my heart that Fiji can only be a peaceful place and a happy place and a prosperous place if the interests of Fijians are made central and paramount to our decision-making, and if they are completely fulfilled. |
I think some people are trying to do me over ... and they're going to meet with some very stiff resistance. |
I think they're making themselves look stupid with every passing day. We will not be sidelined in this process. |
It is clear to us ... that an interim government can only be Fijian as we develop a new constitution, which is designed primarily to make sure the rights of the indigenous peoples of Fiji, who own this country, are protected once and for all. |
It must be impressed upon the military that the blockade of supplies will have direct implications on the security and the life of the people who are under our care. |
On the morning of Thursday, before the chiefs sit down, all of the hostages will be released. |
The horse has already bolted. |
The military government will never rise up against its own people, because I represent the people. |
There will never ever be a government led by an Indian, ever in Fiji. |
They had a project, a very comprehensive social, political plan, aimed at all levels of society, but specifically undermining Fijian political and traditional structures with a view to entrenching Indian influence in Fiji. |
They have always doubted the degree of support I have around Fiji ... what will take place over the next few days is that the support will be made very very loud and clear to the army, and I am of the very firm belief that they will come around. |
This is not the end. This is the beginning. There is much work to be done in this country. |
This whole crusade is about bringing back the supremacy, or the interests, of indigenous Fijians in ... Fiji. |