Dr. Godwin Friday
In one of the most dramatic political shifts in the nation’s modern history, the New Democratic Party (NDP) has stormed back into power, toppling the long-dominant Ralph Gonsalves administration and ending a quarter-century reign that once seemed unshakeable.
Dr. Godwin Friday — after years of persistence in the political trenches — will now become the country’s seventh prime minister since independence in 1979. His victory marks a watershed moment, reshaping the political landscape and ushering in a new era of leadership.
The NDP clinched nine parliamentary seats, securing its return to government after 25 years on the opposition benches. The result seals a stunning defeat for Gonsalves, one of the region’s longest-serving and most influential prime ministers, whose iron grip on national politics has finally loosened at the ballot box.
Friday’s triumph follows a tightly fought, high-stakes electoral showdown that captivated the island for weeks. For many voters, the final tally symbolized both political renewal and the closing chapter of an era dominated by Gonsalves’ leadership.
As Dr. Friday prepares to take the oath of office, nationwide attention now shifts to his incoming administration — and the sweeping policy direction he has promised. Economic revitalization, social reforms, and a fresh governance approach are expected to define the early days of his tenure.
For the first time in a generation, the nation wakes up under new political stewardship, marking a historic turning point that will shape its future for years to come.
Well done st.vincent and the grenadines you all know what’s good for your country.Hope Antiguans learned from this election.
If an intellectual like Ralph gonsalves can lose the election, how much to a miscreant like Gaston who is anti black and anti Antiguan and barbudans?
Change has finally come. I wonder what this means for the future of governance and policy.
Look how the mighty fall. This is why elections matter
Ralph is old and tired. Im sure he is happy for the rest. You serve well Ralph. Friday congratulations.
Ralph Gonsalves ruled for nearly 25 years. Skerrit has been in office for two decades. Gaston Browne is entering his second decade in Antigua. Voters across the region are asking the same question: how long is too long?
And the people have spoken
A change is going to come in Antigua.CANNOT WAIT TO SEE THE BACKS OF THOSE IN THIS ADMINISTRATION GET VOTED OUT ON THEIR BEHINDS. GOOD RIDDANCE.
World boss? The heavens do rule!
Congratulations to Dr Godwin Friday and the NDP.
I hope Godwin Friday keeps St Vincent in the Union of Barbados, Belize and Dominica.
It is crucial that the West Indies becomes One Country.
Congrats to Friday! Twenty-five years under one man was way too long. Time for the place to breathe.
Its a good Friday!!! Congratulations. We had enough of Ralph