NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A statement from the Office of the Attorney General has warned the JCNP against canceling the upcoming junkanoo parades, which they have threatened to do following the government’s recognition of both Valley Boys factions as qualified ‘A’ groups.
The statement is the latest in an escalating series of remarks between government ministries, its spokespersons, and the JCNP.
“In the absence of a court ruling, The Office of The Attorney General advises that allowing only one group to participate while the claim is unresolved before the court could expose the Government to legal and significant financial risks,” the release reads.
“We remind the Junkanoo Corporation of New Providence to exercise caution, as they do not have the authority to postpone or cancel Junkanoo, which is a national event owned by the Bahamian people.
“Any legal or financial exposure of the JCNP or its members as a result of any decision is theirs alone.”
The JCNP has accused the government of leveraging Prime Minister Davis’ relationship with Trevor Davis, who is both his brother and the leader of one of the two Valley Boys factions.
That faction, “The Way Forward” Valley Boys, was previously placed in the ‘Fun’ category by the JCNP amid ongoing legal disputes.
