Dominica’s Bouyon Artiste Responds to PM Gaston Browne This Way
Asa Bantan, Dominica’s Bouyon artist, has responded to Prime Minister Gaston Browne.
The Prime Minister claimed that Antiguans and Barbudans tipped Bantan $100 at a recent event, yet they are opposing a $100 increase in vehicle licensing fees. Here is Bantan’s response to PM Browne.

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Brother Frank April 12, 2025, 12:26 AM
Juju Bee March 11, 2025, 10:08 PM
Lyn March 11, 2025, 7:17 PM
Stone March 11, 2025, 6:21 PM
Ben Simmons March 11, 2025, 5:34 PM
Faithful National #1 March 11, 2025, 5:32 PM
…nor for me driving a thirteen year-old Hyundai Tucson. Imagine me driving in the big league with all the big-shot SUV owners!!!! Because a few hotheads managed to convince “the Emperor” that everyone who drives a “SUV” has money. Oh woe is me!!!
Unruly One March 11, 2025, 5:24 PM
Juju Bee March 11, 2025, 5:01 PM