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Itinerary for Nigerian President’s Visit Released 

Saint Lucia is making final preparations to welcome Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for an official state visit from June 28 to July 4.  Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs, Janelle Modeste-Stephen, outlined the weeklong itinerary, which begins...

ICAR Welcomes Nigerian President Tinubu, Urges Clarity on OECS Position Toward West African Struggles

The Iyanola Council for the Advancement of Rastafari and Pan-African People (ICAR) has extended a warm welcome to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the Federal Republic of Nigeria ahead of his anticipated visit to Saint Lucia. The group, which...

Saint Lucians Urged to Brace for Traffic Disruptions During Landmark Nigerian State Visit

Castries, Saint Lucia – June 24, 2025 Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre is calling on citizens to exercise patience and understanding as Saint Lucia prepares to host Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for an official state visit from June 28...

PM Pierre: OECS Integration Must Be Driven by Regional Commitment, Not Global Pressures

Prime Minister of Saint Lucia and Chairman of the OECS Authority, Hon. Philip J. Pierre, has reaffirmed the region’s responsibility to chart its own path toward deeper integration, warning that small states cannot rely on external forces to drive...

PM Pierre: No U.S. Notification on Travel Restrictions or CIP Issues

Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre has dismissed media speculation about potential travel restrictions being imposed by the United States on Saint Lucian nationals, stating that no official communication has been received from U.S. authorities on the matter. “As of...

Dr. Velon John Remembered as Legal Luminary and Tireless Public Servant

Castries, Saint Lucia (June 2025) — Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has paid an emotional tribute to his former Cabinet colleague and close friend, Dr. Velon Leo John, following the former minister’s passing at age 83. Describing him as...

Hilaire Rejects Opposition Allegations Over Bannanes Bay Redevelopment, Cites Past UWP Plans

Tourism Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Ernest Hilaire has forcefully rejected allegations by the opposition United Workers Party (UWP) regarding the relocation of residents from Bannanes Bay as part of the area's redevelopment. Speaking to the media Tuesday, Dr....

SLP Rallies Behind Kenson Casimir, Highlights Major Healthcare and Tourism Developments in Gros Islet

The Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) is standing firmly behind Gros Islet MP Kenson Casimir, as members of the party gathered on Tuesday night to reaffirm their support amid rising political tensions. At the forefront of the discussion was the...

UWP Deputy Leader Questions Transparency and Economic Impact of 40-Year Port Agreement with Global Port Holdings

CASTRIES, SAINT LUCIA — Deputy Political Leader of the United Workers Party (UWP), Guy Joseph, has sounded the alarm over what he describes as a deeply flawed and opaque agreement between the Government of Saint Lucia and Global Port...

St Lucia’s Chief Lawmaker Alvina Reynolds Elected Vice President of ParlAmericas in Historic First for OECS

St Lucia has made history on the international stage as Senate President Alvina Reynolds was elected Vice President of ParlAmericas, becoming the first Saint Lucian and OECS national to ever hold the position. Her election was confirmed on Thursday,...

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Jeremiah Norbert Hails Aquaponics Facility as Milestone for Inclusion and Economic Empowerment

Standing alongside Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre at the official launch of the Aquaponics Facility at the NSDC...