13 Dec 2017

American Samoa cabinet member Taeaoafua dies

11:20 am on 13 December 2017

A cabinet member of the American Samoa government Taeaoafua Dr. Meki Solomona has died aged 63.

His wife said he collapsed at his desk yesterday afternoon.

Taeaoafua was a high school principal, a director of commerce, government and community liaison for StarKist Samoa.

Taeaoafua Dr. Meki Solomona former American Samoa cabinet member.

Taeaoafua Dr. Meki Solomona former American Samoa cabinet member. Photo: Supplied

A former radio personality, he emceed many public events and was regarded as a future leader of the territory.

He was once a candidate for Lt Governor which was his only foray into public office.

He is survived by his wife, a daughter and two grandchildren.

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