Former senior Supreme Court Judge, Vui Clarence Nelson’s career in public service will continue beyond the courtroom after he was appointed Samoa’s new Ombudsman.
The appointment comes shortly after he retired from the judiciary following more than three decades of service on the bench, including as Senior Supreme Court Judge.
Prime Minister Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Polataivao Schmidt announced the appointment after Parliament passed the Government’s 2026/2027 Budget.
The motion relating to the appointment was accepted by Parliament as the final item on the agenda before Parliament concluded after midnight on Thursday.
His new role will see him oversee complaints against government agencies, promote good governance and accountability, and carry out the functions of Samoa’s National Human Rights Institution.
