The Bahama Journal – Jones Communications Network

Minister of Health Dr. Duane Sands said allegations claiming that $25 million is missing from the National Health Insurance (NHI) Secretariat are “false.” Dr. Sands refuted the allegations in a statement yesterday where he said “there are no persons being investigated in this regard.” The minister of health also confirmed that the government remains committed […]

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At an official ceremony at the HMBS Coral Harbour [Royal Bahamas Defence Force Base] that saw hundreds of well-wishers, come to witness the historic moment, the Changing of Command, Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis saluted outgoing retired Commodore Roderick Bowe as a “consummate naval officer.” Signaling an official change of command within the Royal Bahamas […]

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A teary eyed former Prime Minister Perry Christie said he is one of the many persons who were the last to speak to former Cabinet minister Dr. Bernard Nottage before he died and although their relationship had its temporary downfalls, it transcended those divisions. Mr. Christie shared defining moments stretching way back to primary school […]

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Allyson Maynard-Gibson Former Attorney General   “Reach out and touch somenody’s hand – make this world a better place if you can”. I have seen the late Honourable Dr. B.J. Nottage hold an elderly woman’s hand and sing her a song. Her demeanour completely changed. BJ, as he was affectionately called by all wanted to […]

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The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the U.S. Northern Command teamed up to host a three-day training session for the Bahamas Fire Brigade to assist with brush fires. Fifteen firefighters will be trained in using a trailer mounted fire pump unit, protective clothing and equipment, and fire extinguishing. The trained firefighters will teach other […]

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Englerston Member of Parliament (MP) Glenys Hanna-Martin, after asking for clarification regarding the dismissal of 21 customer service representatives by the National Insurance Board (NIB), was told in the House of Assembly yesterday that the decision was made to relieve the persons from their duty because their contracts had expired. “I’m wondering whether they are […]

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One of the biggest challenges that entrepreneurs in The Bahamas face is the cost of doing business and according to the Minister of Financial Services, Trade, Industry and Immigration, Brent Symonette, the cost of electricity is a major issue. Speaking with reporters after a Power Breakfast yesterday, at Breezes Resorts and Spa, with The Bahamas […]

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After failing to declare and making a false declaration, an American man and woman from Malabar, Florida were taken into custody on Tuesday. According to police, shortly before 3 p.m., the pair was returning to the United States, when United States Customs and Border Protection officials detained them at the United States Pre- Clearance Departure […]

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A man is detained in hospital after a shooting incident in the capital on Tuesday night. Reports indicate that shortly before 9 p.m., the victim was shot by a male assailant while walking on Third Street, The Grove. The suspect escaped on foot. Subsequently, the victim was transported to hospital where he is detained in […]

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Great leadership calls for great service and those who are privileged enough to lead must be humble enough to serve their country, Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis said Tuesday night. “Leadership is all about the people,” Prime Minister Minnis said. Prime Minister Minnis said he and newly-elected Bahamas Christian Council (BCC) President, Bishop Fernander, share […]

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