Tui Nayau

Tui Nayau

Tu’i Nayau is the title held by the paramount chief of the Lau Islands in Fiji and is synonymous with the title holders over lordship of these islands. When translated, Tu’i Nayau means "Lord of Nayau", an island north of Lakeba, the latter accepted by many to be the chiefly island in the Lauan archipelago. Prior to being installed as Tu’i Nayau, the claimant must first be confirmed upon the decision of the noble households making up the Vuanirewa clan and then installed Sau or High Chief of Lau. Not every Sau has been installed Tu’i Nayau.

Read more about Tui Nayau:  Origins of The Title, The Rise of The Vuanirewa Dynasty, Succession Rules, Installation Ceremony, Recent History, Tu’i Nayau Consort, List of The Title Holders