After his death in 1936, it is argued that his eldest son Ratu Tevita Naulivou inherited the title of Vunivalu, after whom it transferred to Ratu George Cakobau.
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The old chief's request was granted and so when he completed his education and returned to Fiji, he was installed by the Vusaratu chiefs (Roko Tui Viwa, Roko Tui Kiuva, Roko Tui Cautata) in a ceremony witnessed by Ratu Popi Seniloli (at the time Vunivalu of Bau), Roko Tui Namata, Roko Tui Veikau in s simple yaqona ceremony in the Vatanitawake.