Top Cadet Wants to be a Rural Millionaire

The recipient of the Baton of Honour at Montfort Boys Town, Ratu Samuela Bolakuruvaki, wants to become a rural millionaire in future.

Ratu Samuela made the comment after the institute’s passing-out parade yesterday in Veisari at the school ground.

He was one of the 131 students from Montfort Boys Town who successfully completed their cadet training programme.

To achieve this dream, Ratu Samuela plans to start his own business after graduating from the Australia Pacific Training Coalition institute (APTC), with a certificate in engineering that is focused on diesel fitting.

Commenting on their two-day survival training test at Namosi, Ratu Samuela said it was tough. “For two days we had to find our own food. We ate rourou (dalo leaves) with lolo and wild yams.” He said having faith in each other in times of trouble helped them pass the test.

The Montfort cadets shall act as reserves during a national emergency crisis.

The passing-out parade was held in the presence of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) Deputy Commander, Brigadier-General Mohammed Aziz, guests, parents and guardians.

The parade was held at the school ground in Veisari.

Ratu Samuela’s father, Ratu Aca, was caught by surprised when hsi son was awarded the Baton. He said: “I’m really proud of him.”

Other award recipients: Best Male Cadet – Asela Ratubua Best Male Platoon – Simione Roko Best Platoon in Drill – Gabriel House Most Disciplined House – Joseph House

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Photo: Simione Haravanua From left: Dad Ratu Aca Vitikawalu, Baton of Honour recipient and son Ratu Samuela Bolakuruvaki, with brother Timoci Vatureba after the Montfort Boys Town passing-out parade at the school ground on July 26, 2019.

Photos: Simione Haravanua Students of Montfort Boys Town in Veisari during their passing-out parade on July 26, 2019.