Loabuka not keen on contract renew
With her contract expiring on Sunday, Fiji Sports Council (FSC) chief executive officer Litiana Loabuka indicated that she was not keen in renewing her contact.
Loabuka, who has been CEO the last 12 years; thanked the FSC dedicated team for all their hard work, particularly through the challenging times created by the COVID-19 pandemic.
“I am proud to have worked with passionate people the last 12 years. Given the growth of the organisation, I’m confident that the FSC team will be able to manage this change in their stride,” Loabuka said. “I have been blessed to have had the opportunity to serve out my term at the Council and was part of the many changes in my work journey with FSC.
“It was a blessing to be able to deliver so many opportunities for all stakeholders and events including Fiji’s first Super Rugby match hosting teams of such great calibre here at our very own National Stadium. “I have had the opportunity to welcome in, and farewell various NSO executives along the way, as well as witnessing Fiji’s first Olympic medal during my term here, in addition to the sterling sports and recreational performances and events.’’
‘’I wish the Sports Council family the very best and I look forward to seeing the wonderful things that will be achieved in this space in the future.”
Former FSC chairman, Peter Mazey said: “Litiana’s decision is a major loss for the Fiji Sports Council and for venue management and sports administration in Fiji.
“In her 12 years as CEO, Loabuka rebuilt our sports infrastructure to international standard.”
Under Loabuka’s term her contribution towards rebuilding the sports infrastructure in Fiji to international standards included the upgrading of the HFC Bank Stadium, FMF Gymnasium, Damodar City Aquatic Centre, Vodafone Arena and Lawaqa Park. ‘She has reorganised the Council services in the new complexes, as well as maintaining key relationships with major stakeholders, HFC Bank, Vodafone Fiji, FMF Food Group, and Damodar City.”