PM Browne Addresses Succession Claims: “Envy is Sinful”

Prime Minister Gaston Browne has responded to claims that he is grooming his wife, Maria Bird Browne, to succeed him as leader.

In a letter to the editor published by Antigua.news and several other media outlets, the writer insinuated that Browne, who has a massive following on social media, refuses to promote the work of other ministries; instead, he keeps promoting his wife.

In response, Browne wrote on his social media page that “Envy is sinful: it’s like a cancer that eats the body and soul. While our people are enjoying one of the best carnivals in recent memory, there are those operating in the dark and shadow, planting articles to stir strife”.

He noted, “Kindly note that leaders are chosen by their people, and those who are obsessed with leadership must at least have the integrity and the ability to lead.

My advice: it’s Carnival baby, go have some fun and leave your misery behind, before it destroys you”.