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Murder Case Stalls as DPP File Sits Untouched for Months
The murder case against Deon Lloyd, accused of killing Javorn Williams at Boggy Peak in January 2025, has been adjourned again with the file reportedly sitting at the DPP's office since July. Lloyd remains on remand as the case has yet to move beyond its preliminary stage.
Murder Case Stalled as DPP File Sits Untouched for Nearly a Year
Deon Lloyd, charged with Antigua and Barbuda's first murder of 2025, remains on remand as his case continues to stall, with the file sitting at the DPP's office for nearly nine months. According to Antigua.news, the matter was adjourned again this week to June 26.
Three Accused Men Deny Killing Senior Customs Officer Nigel Christian
The three men accused of abducting and killing senior Customs officer Nigel Christian in July 2020 each denied involvement when questioned by investigators, according to Antigua.news. Their denials, including one sworn on family members' lives, were read into evidence Thursday before Justice Rajiv Persaud.
UPP's Pringle Vows Urgent Fuel Relief Talks with WIOC, Bus Operators if Elected
UPP leader Jamale Pringle has pledged to hold urgent talks with WIOC and public transport operators on fuel relief if his party wins the April 30 general election. Pringle described rising gasoline and food costs as a matter of urgency requiring immediate government intervention.
Letter Suggests UPP MPs Moved to Oust Pringle as Opposition Leader in Favour of Lewis
A letter circulating during the election campaign suggests UPP MPs attempted to replace political leader Jamale Pringle with Richard Lewis as Leader of the Opposition. The document, apparently linked to former MP Kelvin "Shugy" Simon, signals deepening divisions within the party.
Beazer Calls for Action Over Rhetoric at Barbuda Campaign Rally
Candidate Kendra Beazer addressed a campaign rally in Barbuda, calling on voters to demand action over empty promises and framing the April 30 election as a critical turning point for the island. As reported by Antigua News Room, Beazer pledged result-driven leadership and urged supporters to hold him accountable if elected.
PM Browne Pledges Cabinet Seat for Barbuda if Beazer Wins April 30 Election
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has pledged to appoint Kendra Beazer to Cabinet if she wins the April 30 Barbuda election, arguing the move would give the island direct influence over national policy and development decisions.
Christian Murder Accused Denied Involvement in Customs Officer's Killing, Court Hears
The three men accused of murdering Customs officer Nigel Christian each told police they had no involvement in his death, according to recorded interviews presented in court. Prosecutors allege Saleim Harrigan, Wayne Thomas, and Lasean Bully abducted Christian from his home in July 2020 before he was found shot dead.
ABEC Urges Voters to Collect Replacement ID Cards Before Offices Close
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission is urging voters who replaced their ID cards between March 23 and April 2 to collect them promptly from their respective Registration Units. Extended weekday hours of 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. are in effect amid increased pre-election activity.
Voter ID Transactions Top 29,000 as Antigua Heads Toward General Election
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has recorded more than 29,000 voter ID transactions through mid-April, with a notable weekly surge of over 2,500 replacement applications processed between April 12 and 18. The figures signal intensifying voter preparation ahead of the general election.
Truck Crash Downs Power Lines, Traps Motorists in Five Islands
A truck crash in the Five Islands area downed power lines and brought traffic to a standstill, leaving motorists trapped. The incident caused significant disruption to the community, according to Antigua News Room.
Truck Strikes Utility Pole on Grays Farm Main Road, Cutting Off Five Islands Access
A truck has struck and downed a utility pole on Grays Farm Main Road, blocking all traffic to and from the Five Islands area. Police and APUA are on scene, with clearance expected to take some time.
NBA Legend Shaquille O'Neal Makes Appearance in Antigua and Barbuda
NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal visited Antigua and Barbuda, generating excitement among fans across the twin-island nation. The four-time NBA champion's appearance was captured on video, as reported by Antigua News Room.
Poll Shows 93% of Respondents Back Mandatory Election Debates in Antigua and Barbuda
An informal online poll has found that 93 percent of respondents support mandatory election debates in Antigua and Barbuda, while a second poll revealed that 86 percent of voters would abstain rather than support an underperforming candidate from their preferred party.
Poll: 93% of Antiguans Support Mandatory Pre-Election Debates
An informal online poll conducted on the Pineapple Express 268 Facebook page found that approximately 93 percent of respondents support making pre-election debates mandatory in Antigua and Barbuda. A second poll from the same page revealed that 86 percent of voters would abstain rather than cross party lines if their preferred candidate was underperforming.
ABLP Launches 100-Home Housing Project in Five Islands for First-Time Buyers
The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party has announced a 100-unit housing development in Five Islands aimed at first-time homeowners, with two- and three-bedroom concrete homes to be built to climate-resilient standards. The project falls under the ABLP's broader national affordable housing strategy, which has delivered over 2,395 homes since 2014.
NBA Legend Shaquille O'Neal Makes Surprise Visit to Exotic Antigua
NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal made a surprise visit to local retail store Exotic Antigua, drawing excitement from staff and customers alike. His appearance adds to a growing list of international celebrities who have chosen Antigua and Barbuda as a destination.
Antigua and Barbuda to Host Caribbean Travel Marketplace 44 Amid Culinary Month Celebrations
Antigua and Barbuda will host the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association's Caribbean Travel Marketplace 44 from May 12–15, 2026, timed to coincide with the destination's annual Culinary Month. Delegates will enjoy exclusive dining experiences across the island, including Restaurant Week, Eat Like A Local, and a Culinary Crawl.
Air Peace to Launch Twice-Monthly Antigua-Barbados-Lagos Flights from May 2026
Nigeria's Air Peace will begin twice-monthly scheduled flights connecting Antigua and Barbados to Lagos from May 25, 2026, as reported by Antigua.news. The new service marks a further expansion of the airline's Caribbean footprint, which already includes a 70% stake in regional carrier LIAT 2020.
Antigua and Barbuda Expands Sweet Potato Research Under Caribbean Climate-Resilience Project
Antigua and Barbuda is advancing sweet potato research and genetic resource preservation as part of a five-nation Caribbean initiative backed by IICA, FAO, and the European Union. The four-year project aims to strengthen climate-resilient crop production and food security across the region.