Call to annul pre-election police promotions
FAMILIES for Justice (FFJ), a local civic group in Grand Bahama, is calling for the cancellation of the recent promotions to all senior police officers given the high crime rate in the Bahamas.
Official general election results so far
These are the results from the general election so far. Don't miss Monday's Tribune for the full, confirmed results.
Education and crime are first items on FNM agenda
THE incoming Minnis administration is expected to implement several of its campaign proposals in education and national security once the new session of Parliament convenes later this month, with officials signalling an end to social promotion, enhanced work environments for teachers and wide-reaching social programmes aiming to help at-risk youth.
Roker voted against PLP as the nation turned against Christie administration
FORMER Progressive Liberal Party Cabinet minister Loftus Roker told The Tribune yesterday that he voted against his party in the MICAL constituency on Wednesday out of respect for the country.
Man found shot dead in car with engine running off Carmichael Road
A MAN was shot and killed while sitting in the driver's seat of a vehicle in the Carmichael Road area early on Friday morning, police have said.
Minnis sets out plan for govt
NEWLY elected Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis told The Tribune that during his first few days in office, his administration expects to review the government’s structure, look at various boards and compose the new Cabinet of The Bahamas.
Observers point to lack of technology in election
WHILE The Bahamas has maintained its record for executing free and fair elections, the country is in last place in the region when it comes to election technology.
Miller not surprised by PLP wipeout at the polls
FORMER member of Parliament for Tall Pines Leslie Miller said yesterday he was not surprised that the Progressive Liberal Party was “wiped out” by the Free National Movement because “the hate” for former Prime Minister Perry Christie “was strong” throughout the country.
Hanna Martin vows to keep going as ousted mps turn their backs on politics
GLENYS Hanna Martin, the only Progressive Liberal Party member to win a seat in New Providence, said yesterday the party will “keep going” despite its crushing “setback” at the polls on Wednesday.
Robinson and Chipman joy at defeating giants
FREE National Movement members of Parliament-elect Travis Robinson and Reece Chipman yesterday both expressed “happiness” after defeating two political giants in the Progressive Liberal Party in Wednesday’s general election.
Grand Bahama throws out the PLP
GRAND Bahama is truly Free National Movement country following a sweep of all five seats in the May 10 general election – the first for a political party here on the island.
Bell denies Christie govt was preparing for anarchy
FORMER State Minister of National Security Keith Bell has denied that the Christie administration was preparing for potential anarchy in the country, claiming that the two armoured vehicles the former government recently received from the Chinese were only “gifts” to bolster the “arsenal for our law enforcement agents”.
Jury directed to acquit man accused of murder and attempted murder
A SUPREME Court jury was directed by a judge yesterday to acquit a man of murder and attempted murder.
Clubs and Societies 05/12/17
Rotary Club of East Nassau. - The public is invited to attend the weekly luncheon of The Rotary Club of East Nassau (RCEN) today at The Nassau Yacht Club. The club meets for fellowship at 12.30pm and are seated at 1pm
Alfred Sears urges Christie to resign as party leader
AS HE called for former Prime Minister Perry Christie to resign as leader of the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) last night, Alfred Sears said he saw the sweeping defeat coming after Fort Charlotte residents repeatedly told him they could not stand the leadership of the country any longer, despite their personal affection for him.
