NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) Chairman Fred Mitchell has suggested the prime minister is using the coronavirus emergency orders to impede political campaigns as we get closer to the upcoming general election. Mitchell pointed to reports that a recent political motorcade was reportedly granted permission to take place in South Andros. “The PLP […]
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NEW BLOOD: Political newcomers vie for Nassau Village constituency
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Several newcomers are expected to go head-to-head in the fight for the Nassau Village constituency in the next general election. The Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) has ratified 33-year-old Jamahl Strachan as the candidate for the area, who describes himself as a “son of the constituency and a son of the soil”. Strachan, […]
Bahamian leaders congratulate US President-Elect Joe Biden on victory
Associated Press called US presidential race for Biden today NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis offered congratulations to United States President-Elect Joe Biden after he was declared the winner of the US presidency by The Associated Press. Minnis also offered his regards to Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris, who made history, becoming the first […]
Constituencies Commission selected for appointment
Minnis: “In 2022, the Bahamian populace will make their decision” NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Consistencies Commission has been selected and is awaiting formal appointment by the Governor-General, according to House Speaker Halson Moultrie yesterday. Moultrie, however, did not reveal the names of the members selected, noting that he did not want to preempt the process. […]