The Tribune

PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis has offered condolences on the passing of former Comptroller of Customs John Rolle who died yesterday morning.

“Mr Rolle was a career public servant who served the Bahamas government and our country with distinction,” Mr Davis said in a statement.

“He rose through the ranks at the Bahamas Customs Department, achieving the rank of comptroller.

“He is credited with leading many of the reforms, upgrades and the modernisation of the country’s principal revenue collection and administrative infrastructure. Mr Rolle is also distinguished with being that department’s longest serving comptroller.

“He will forever be seen as one of the shining examples and success stories of the country’s Bahamianisation policy.”

Mr Davis said his administration thanks Mr Rolle for his long serving and dedicated public service.

“While he will be sorely missed, the indelible imprint and impact of his excellent work will be felt and seen for many years to come,” Mr Davis said.