VIDEO: PM Browne Commends Law Enforcement for Safe and Secure J’Ouvert

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Prime Minister Gaston Browne sends special commendation to the nation’s law enforcement and security personnel for their role in ensuring a safe and orderly J’Ouvert. 

Commissioner of Police, Everton Jeffers, and Brigadier Benjamin of the Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force (ABDF) were applauded for their leadership and coordination throughout the event.

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“There was visible presence of police and defence force officers in protection of revelers during Jouvert and generally for the whole carnival season.” Browne wrote in a Facebook post.  

Their efforts not only safeguarded revellers but also maintained a sense of order and calm during one of the most vibrant and high-energy periods on the nation’s calendar.

This story was first published by Antigua News on August 4, 2025: antigua.news/2025/08/04/pm-browne-commends-law-enforcement-for-safe-and-secure-jouvert. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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Comments (6)

  • Rika August 4, 2025, 1:41 PM

    We need to see this all the time. Not just to protect the sinners. We need it all the time
    Reply
  • Food4thought August 4, 2025, 1:42 PM

    Atleast we know it’s a safe carnival. Atleast a bit. No stabbing and dem tings
    Reply
  • Informed citizen August 4, 2025, 1:45 PM

    Carnival is usually a time of chaos if not cautioned. It’s good to hear about the level of safety that was implemented and achieved during this energised time.
    Reply
  • Juju Bee August 4, 2025, 5:25 PM

    Good job. Let’s keep the rest of it that way
    Reply
  • Powpow August 4, 2025, 10:44 PM

    Out in their large numbers. Kudos to them. They worked really hard for their money. Good work powpow
    Reply
    • Antiguan August 5, 2025, 9:29 AM

      Hard and long hours
      Reply

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