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January 25, 2024
Not so fast - lawyers say Parliament can't scrap bail
DEFENCE lawyers said the amendments to the Bail Act Prime Minister Philip "Brave" Davis announced in the House of Assembly yesterday in response to the soaring murder rate will not significantly change the status quo or affect Supreme Court judges' discretion to grant people bail.
January 25, 2024
PM Davis: The persistent cycle of violence and crime ‘a dark cloud’ over The Bahamas
During his Communication to the House of Assembly on Crime and the Amendment to the Bail Act, on January 24, 2024, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis noted that, for far too long the persistent cycle of violence and crime had been “a dark cloud” over The Bahamas.
PM: Break your bail and your bail is gone
January 24, 2024
PM: Break your bail and your bail is gone
Prime Minister Philip "Brave" Davis today tabled several amendments to the Bail Act intended to send strong message to bail offenders: "Break the law on bail, and your bail is gone".
BREAKING NEWS: PM declares automatic bail revocation for offenders committing crimes while on bail
January 24, 2024
BREAKING NEWS: PM declares automatic bail revocation for offenders committing crimes while on bail
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Prime Minister Philip Davis has announced that "bail will be automatically revoked for accused persons who commit offenses while on bail." The Prime Minister's comments came during the government's tabling of its new war on crime plan in the Lower Chamber Wednesday morning. "Bail is a constitutional right, but not a right to be [...]
January 24, 2024
Free National Movement stages protest over crime wave
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Free National Movement (FNM) Chairman Dr. Duane Sands is accusing Prime Minster Philip Davis of not putting enough attention on what he calls a "crime crisis," in the country. He was joined by FNM executives and supporters, who demonstrated outside the Lower Chamber, moments before parliamentarians convened to hear the Prime Minister table the [...]
HG Christie Celebrates Top Performers of 2023
January 24, 2024
HG Christie Celebrates Top Performers of 2023
Recognizing the excellent work done by the company’s agents and brokers, HG Christie’s top producers and performers of 2023 were celebrated during the company’s annual awards luncheon at Albany on January 19.
January 24, 2024
Prime Minister Davis attends Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and G77 + China Summits; and Announces Formation of Diplomatic Relationship with Kenya
The Davis Administration is proud to announce the establishment of formal diplomatic relations between The Bahamas and Kenya, marking a significant milestone in our country’s international engagement.
January 23, 2024
Community activist calls for more action to support children of murder victims
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Families Of All Murder Victims (F.O.A.M) Founder Khandi Gibson wants to see more assistance provided for children of murder victims. Gibson's comments came on the sidelines of the 2024 F.O.A.M Day Church Service held at the New Covenant Baptist Church Tuesday morning. Prime Minister Philip Davis officially proclaimed January 23 as F.O.A.M. Day [...]
Grieving mother shares how others can cope with loss
January 23, 2024
Grieving mother shares how others can cope with loss
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Laurette Lockhart says she is still grieving the loss of her son, Azaro Ferguson, who was shot dead on May 28, 2023, on Soldier Road. She shared her grief with reporters on the sidelines of the 2024 Families Of All Murder Victims (F.O.A.M) Day Church Service being held at the New Covenant [...]
January 23, 2024
Murder victims' families unite for a special F.O.A.M Day service
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Familiies of murder victims, joined by of the wife of the prime minister Ann-Marie Davis and various religious leaders, have gathered at the New Covenant Baptist Church today for a special service to commemorate "Families Of All Murdered Victims (F.O.A.M) Day." Prime Minister Philip Davis officially proclaimed January 23 as F.O.A.M. Day in 2023. [...]
January 23rd – Families Of All Murder Victims Day
January 23, 2024
January 23rd – Families Of All Murder Victims Day
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Tuesday January 23rd is officially known as "Families of All Murdered Victims Day." This, thanks to a proclamation by Prime Minister Philip Davis.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs conveys condolences on the passing of Dr. Elwood Donaldson
January 23, 2024
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs conveys condolences on the passing of Dr. Elwood Donaldson
The Foreign Ministry of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas sends condolences to the family and friends of H.E. Dr. Elwood “Ellie” Donaldson, Ambassador At Large.
January 22, 2024
VIOLENT CRIME SURGE: Two killed in separate incidents pushing murder count to 17
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The surge in violent crimes continues, with a man and a woman losing their lives in separate incidents on Sunday, pushing the country's murder count to an alarming 17 for the year. The first incident occurred in Pinewood Gardens shortly before 2 pm on Sunday. Preliminary reports suggest that two men, one [...]
The Governor General Hosted Cabinet Ministers to the Annual Luncheon at Government House
January 19, 2024
The Governor General Hosted Cabinet Ministers to the Annual Luncheon at Government House
Governor General, Her Excellency the Most Hon. Cynthia Pratt hosted Cabinet Ministers to the Annual Luncheon at Government House, Mt. Fitzwilliam, on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.
January 18, 2024
Government aims to crush growing gang culture with tougher laws says Attorney General
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Attorney General Ryan Pinder has explained that the government intends to target gangs as a criminal organization as it is currently in the process of redrafting laws to introduce stiffer laws to crack down on what has been described as a growing gang culture in the country. The AG told reporters on Thursday [...]
GBPA expresses disappointment over government's reported course of action in expenses dispute
January 18, 2024
GBPA expresses disappointment over government's reported course of action in expenses dispute
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) is expressing its disappointment with the recent reported developments in the government's claim for expenses, stating that legal proceedings were not appropriate. The government and the GBPA have been engaged in a public back-and-forth for several months, with Prime Minister Philip Davis revealing that the government [...]
January 16, 2024
PM Davis Unveils ‘Clear, Hold and Build’ Approach to Addressing Crime
During his first broadcast public statement for 2024, on January 14, Prime Minister and Minister Finance the Hon. Philip Davis noted that he would have preferred to have taken that time to “set out the plans we have in place to further lift our national development in 2024."
January 17, 2024
Thirteen year old boy stabbed after allegedly refusing to join gang
NASSAU, BAHAMAS – A 13-year-old boy sustained serious injuries when he was reportedly stabbed in the upper abdomen after refusing to join a gang. The incident took place in the Lewis Yard area of Grand Bahama after 5:30 pm on Tuesday. Preliminary reports indicate that the victim was walking in the Lewis Yard area when [...]
PM Davis Highlights the power of prayer, and ‘faith accompanied by works’ at National Day of Prayer Service
January 16, 2024
PM Davis Highlights the power of prayer, and ‘faith accompanied by works’ at National Day of Prayer Service
During his remarks at the National Day of Prayer Service 2024, held in Downtown Nassau, on January 15, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis stated that, as followers of Christ, they believed in the power of prayer to bring about change and transformation “in our lives and in the world around us.”
January 16, 2024
FNM leader concerned over impact of 'intrusive policing' on human rights
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard said he is concerned that civil liberties and human rights will be affected by the "intrusive policing" Prime Minister Philip "Brave" Davis said will come in response to the rising murder rate.
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