Noun
ratu (plural ratus)
A Fijian chief.
"Above all there is our fixed joint determination to build a strong and united Fiji, rich in diversity and pampered with tolerance, goodwill and understanding." (Attributed to Mara by his successor as President, Ratu Josefa Iloilo, 10 October 2005). Kamisese Mara
We should never forget Ratu Sukuna's warning about the dangers of chiefs simply becoming decorations. He said if that happened they were finished. Josefa Iloilo
Christianity took Ratu Cakobau and the Fijians from the way of the club, to the way of peace. Our islands were transformed forever. Laisenia Qarase
Among those who signed it included the late Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara who became the first Prime Minister of independent Fiji. Source: Internet
Commodore Frank Bainimarama assumed executive power after the resignation, possibly forced, of President Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara. Source: Internet
Following a Court of Appeal decision in 2009 that the Military-backed interim government was illegal, President Ratu Josefa Iloilo abrogated the constitution, dismissed all judges, and reappointed the interim government. Source: Internet