Jackson Fiulaua (born October 13, 1957 in Raiako, MalaitaOfficial biography on the parliamentary website) is a Solomon Islands politician.
Biography After a primary school education, Fiulaua began working as a builder. He was later described as "a successful businessman who runs one of the top local construction companies in the country"."Removed MP’s supporters demand explanation from PM" , Solomon Star, 10 March 2012
He began his political career when he was elected MP for Central Kwara'ae in the August 2010 general election. His election was described as "the major upset" in the election, as he unseated incumbent deputy Prime Minister Fred Fono, who had held the seat for twelve years."Record number of election petition filed in Solomon Islands court", Pacific Islands News Association, September 17, 2010 Fiulaua's election also provoked "numerous debates" due to his reportedly being "unable to read and write"."Hansard reports can help us judge MP's on speech" , Lifhaus, October 18, 2010 Elected as an independent, Fiulaua declined to join any political party,"Central Kwara'ae MP says he will remain independent" , One Television, August 10, 2010 but did join Prime Minister Danny Philip's coalition government, as Minister for Infrastructure and Development."PM Philip name ministers" , Island Sun, August 27, 2010 When Gordon Darcy Lilo replaced Philip as Prime Minister in November 2011, Fiulaua retained his position in government."Ten more ministers sworn in" , Solomon Star, 23 November 2011
On 28 February 2012, Fiulaua was sacked from the government for what Lilo described as a lack of performance. Leader of the Opposition Dr. Derek Sikua described the sacking as "grossly unfair". On that occasion, Fiulaua's "limited educational background" was mentioned anew, and downplayed by his supporters."Defected Gukuna replaces axed Fiulaua" , Solomon Star, 29 February 2012"Opposition slams Fiulaua’s removal" , Solomon Star, 6 March 2012
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