221 protesters were injured, 4 protesters lost their lives, and 119 protesters were detained, 28 of whom were arrested, in the protests held on March 22, in front of the parliament building.
At the same time, 28 policemen, 98 pro-government civilians were injured and 2 policemen and 3 pro-government civilians died.
Investigations are continuing against Tavil Communist Party Chairman Racheal Juan, who called the people to the streets for "irregularity in the presidential elections". At the same time, Tavil Democratic People's Party spokesman Mike Jeffrey announced that in the coming days, a motion will be submitted in the parliament to remove Racheal Juan's parliamentary membership. The Tavil Communist Party then reacted very harshly to the Tavil Democratic People's Party.
Atafu governor Sam Harry has announced that if the protests become more violent, he will declare a state of emergency in Atafu state and impose a curfew in Atafu province.
While Interior Minister Quebec Saffhor declared that the protesters would not hesitate to use all her power if they enter the parliament building, Prime Minister Adam Samuel called on the protesters to "return home before this business grows more and more violent".
In the statement made by the Tavil Republic Election Board, he stated that the presidential election was held duly and that Tavil Communist Party leader Racheal Juan condemned the people for causing hatred and irritation.
Tavil Police Force in front of the parliament building. (2 April 2021)
