Politics

News Releases

Pierre Declares SLP Will Contest—and Win—All 17 Seats in Next Election

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - July 10, 2025

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has declared that the Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP), in partnership with its independent allies, is preparing to secure an unchallenged victory in the next general election, winning all 17 seats in the House...

Crime

Norbert Calls for Unified Action as Gun Violence Spreads Across Saint Lucia

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - July 8, 2025

Crime Prevention Minister Jeremiah Norbert has voiced serious concerns over the recent spike in gun-related violence across Saint Lucia, attributing the wave of homicides to retaliatory gang attacks and organized crime. His comments come amid growing public anxiety following...

Crime

PM Pierre Declares Zero Tolerance for Crime Amid Recent Surge in Violence

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - July 7, 2025

Addressing the media ahead of Monday’s Cabinet meeting, Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre delivered a hard-hitting message on the escalating crime wave gripping Saint Lucia in recent days. The Prime Minister reaffirmed his administration's unwavering stance on law enforcement and...

Crime

“This is a serious indictment on the security of our nation.” – MP Bradley Felix Calls for Answers in Death of Police K-9 Officer

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - July 3, 2025

The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) has launched a full criminal investigation into the suspicious death of Police Canine 642 Tyson, a narcotics and firearms detection dog gifted to Saint Lucia by the French government in 2024. Speaking to...

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Felix Alleges Delayed Delivery of House Documents; Speaker Refutes Claims

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - July 3, 2025

Opposition Member of Parliament, Hon. Bradley Felix, has called for a formal review of parliamentary procedures after alleging that he did not receive critical documents in a timely manner ahead of Thursday’s sitting of the House of Assembly. Felix, speaking...

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Awarded Knighthood by Saint Lucia

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - July 1, 2025

Castries, Saint Lucia – Saint Lucia has bestowed one of its highest honours on Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, formally recognizing his leadership and commitment to advancing African-Caribbean relations. Acting on the advice of Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre, the...

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President Tinubu Charts New Path for Africa-Caribbean Partnership in Historic Saint Lucia Address

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - June 30, 2025

In a historic and wide-ranging address to the Parliament of Saint Lucia, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu laid out a bold vision for deepening relations between Nigeria and the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), offering initiatives spanning education,...

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Itinerary for Nigerian President’s Visit Released

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - June 27, 2025

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...

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

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - June 25, 2025

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...

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

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - June 24, 2025

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...

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