VIDEO: Gaston Browne Signals Upcoming General Elections in Antigua and Barbuda

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Prime Minister Gaston Browne has alerted the nation that general elections are on the horizon, urging citizens and party members to prepare for the imminent electoral process.

During a recent address, Browne emphasized the importance of being in a state of readiness, highlighting the need for political parties, volunteers, and the electorate to gear up for the upcoming challenges and responsibilities that come with an election.

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The Prime Minister did not specify an exact date for the elections, but his strong message serves as a clear indication that the government aims for what he called a “clean sweep”.

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Comments (6)

  • Mika May 5, 2025, 5:31 PM

    Better not believe Ablp will win. You can call it now or tomorrow. Still you will loose.
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    • Antigua Surf May 6, 2025, 5:32 AM

      Ridiculous. Not an a political support but look on the brighter side of life. If the ABLP don’t win the next general election Antigua is going below and under. There’s nothing the UPP can do for us. Unprofessional, corrupt and how much more things I can call.
      Reply
  • Stone May 6, 2025, 3:44 AM

    Every body knows election coming next year, boy and if we don’t get you, the Russians will and they play for keeps..so what’s new dog??
    Reply
  • Food4thought May 6, 2025, 5:33 AM

    We don’t need anybody to come and tell us the general elections are late this year into January Next year. He won’t call it now but there’s signs……
    Reply
    • Luka Johnson May 6, 2025, 1:04 PM

      If wlextions are called now you coulr lose so just behave now
      Reply
  • Juju Bee May 6, 2025, 10:18 PM

    Oh Lord. Comrade please don’t catch them with their pants down. Their underwear may not be proper.
    Then again even if u give them time to get their act together it still won’t make a difference
    Reply

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