Category: Statements

Statement from Hon. Philip Edward Davis KC MP on the Passing of Hon. Obie Wilchcombe

It is with the heaviest of hearts that, along with my wife, Ann Marie, I offer heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and all the loved ones of our colleague, Hon. Obediah Hercules Wilchcombe, or as we knew him, ‘Obie’, During the past two years, he served with great distinction as Member of Parliament for West Grand Bahama and Bimini and Minister of Social […]

Press Statement from the Office of The Prime Minister on The Passing of Member of Parliament Hon. Obie Wilchcombe

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Cabinet Minister Obediah Wilchombe, who served as Minister of Social Services, Information and Broadcasting and Leader of Government Business in the House of Assembly; Minister Wilchombe dedicated his life to public service and made significant contributions to our nation. Prime Minister Hon. Philip Edward Davis […]

Official Statement From Prime Minister Davis on the Recommendation of Cynthia Alexandria Pratt as Governor General

It gives me great pleasure to announce that I have recommended that Cynthia Alexandria Pratt be appointed to serve as the next Governor General of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas. The Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith, ON, GCMG, who was appointed Governor General of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas on 29 June 2018 has indicated his intention […]

Official Statement on the Prorogation of Parliament

Acting on the advice of Prime Minister Philip Edward Davis KC MP, His Excellency Sir Cornelius A. Smith has prorogued the current parliamentary session. The new session of Parliament will begin on 4th of October 2023. Nearly two years ago, at the start of our New Day administration, our country was in serious crisis. We […]

Press Statement from Prime Minister Davis on the Department of Immigration

First, let me say that public trust in the enforcement of our immigration laws is not just important to me but essential. I want to be absolutely clear about that. As you know, the Opposition raised some questions in Parliament, and the Department of Immigration is releasing a statement to address those questions. It is […]