- April 4, 2018
- Posted by: fnpf_editor2
- Categories: Media Articles, News & Media
The Fiji National Provident Fund is reminding its members that the Natural Disaster Assistance is for those that were genuinely affected by Tropical Cyclone Josie.
Since announcing the $1,000 flood assistance for those living in affected areas, FNPF offices have been inundated with members trying to access this assistance.
The forms are also not being distributed at any FNPF office, but by FNPF inspectors who are visiting affected areas.
Chief Executive Officer Jaoji Koroi is calling for members’ understanding and patience.
“We’re requesting members not to go to the FNPF offices because the flood assistance forms are not being given out at any of our branches or agencies.”
“Our immediate focus is to assist those members whose properties have sustained damages due to the floods.”
“The teams that have been deployed are visiting the areas that have been identified by the Commissioner Western’s team and we want to ensure that these members are provided with the necessary assistance.”
Mr. Koroi said that FNPF’s inspection schedules were being broadcast through the media and members should ensure that they’re home when the teams come around.
The FNPF teams begun inspection rounds in Ba today in the following areas and will also be there again
tomorrow:
1. Yalalevu, Ba
2. Namosau, Ba
3. Vatulaulau, Ba
4. Elevuka, Ba
5. Nasolo, Ba
The teams are also visiting areas surrounding Ba town.
FNPF reiterates that the $1,000 is to provide immediate relief and is dependent on the members General Account eligibility.
However, members can also access up to $5,000 through the Quick Repairs assistance under Housing Withdrawals if they need more funds for repairs.
FNPF is aware of the other areas that were affected by floodwaters and assures members that teams will also head to these areas.