Late Prime Minister Akilisi Pohiva

Tongans prepare for arrival of funeral cortege of late Prime Minister

Tongans have dressed in traditional attire as a sign of respect following the passing away of Mr Pohiva in Auckland, New Zealand last week.

Buildings have also been draped in black and purple fabric.

The funeral cortege is expected to arrive at Fuamotu International Airport at 3.30pm (local time) where the casket will be received by a delegation led acting Prime Minister Semisi Sika.

The casket is being brought home from Auckland on board a Royal New Zealand Air Force aircraft.