Premier threatens to report governor’s ‘act of aggression’ to UN
By Kamal Haynes, BVI News
Premier Andrew Fahie has put Britain on notice that he will be escalating to the United Nations what he described as an “act of aggression” by Governor Augustus Jaspert towards his government.
The Premier gave that indication in a letter to the UK Minister responsible for Overseas Territories, Baroness Elizabeth Sugg, last Friday, September 25.
Fahie was referring to circumstances that led to Governor Jaspert overriding his government’s wishes and inviting British Royal Naval vessel HMS into the territory to assist the BVI in securing its borders.
Grossly inaccurate misrepresentation
The Premier said he was outraged that the governor had decided to ‘hijack’ the territory’s sea borders through what he described as a “grossly inaccurate and exaggerated misrepresentation” of the BVI’s COVID-19 border security threat as well as its ability to protect its own borders.
“Despite the position of the government of the Virgin Islands being clearly articulated to Governor Jaspert, he proceeded to present a paper at this morning’s National Security Council (NSC) meeting which exaggerated the needs of the BVI to paint a fabricated inaccurate and misleading picture of the state of affairs and capabilities of the territory to justify UK interventions, including military involvement, beyond the scope of what was requested by the territorial government,” the Premier wrote to Baroness Sugg.
He continued: “To describe the BVI’s situation as exasperated and our resources as stretched, as Governor Jaspert has done in his NSC paper, is an exaggeration and grossly misrepresents the state of affairs on the ground. To use this fabricated case to create justification for UK interventions is dishonest.”
‘Agressive Governor’
Fahie explained that the BVI only had ‘a few incidents of illegal entry and trafficking of humans and illicit items’ that have since been stymied by a local Joint Task Force in partnership with law enforcement authorities from the neighbouring US Virgin Islands.
According to the Premier, the only thing asked of the UK was for it to provide “technical expertise” with regard to maritime surveillance equipment the BVI was procuring to complement its current border protection strategy.
Referring back the aforesaid National Security Council meeting that followed his request for technical expertise, Premier Fahie said: “When asked to amend his NSC paper to more accurately reflect the state of the territory’s affairs and needs, and to keep the UK involvement within the scope of what was requested, Governor Jaspert was adamant that he would not. The meeting ended with the NSC not agreeing to the structure of Governor’s paper following an extended session in which Governor Jaspert’s demeanour became quite aggressive.”
“Neither my government nor I, nor the people of the Virgin Islands, will be tolerating this act of aggression by your governor. We will not be bullied and we will not stay silent,” he added.
“I can assure you that the United Nations will be hearing about the UK Government’s sustained policy of political sabotage of the aspirations of the Virgin Islands people at the next C-24 (the UN’s Special Committee on Decolonization) meeting,” Fahie told Britain, who he accused of being complicit and indulgent of the governor’s actions.
In addition to reporting the matter to the intergovernmental body, Premier Fahie said that he will be sharing the BVI’s experience with the leaders of the other Overseas Territories and Dependencies as well as with the CARICOM neighbours.
Governor’s action could hurt UK-BVI relations
Premier Fahie further said Governor Jaspert’s action directly infringes on the partnership agreement between the UK and the BVI which is based on mutual respect as stated in the territory’s Constitution.
“You and your predecessor Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon have been made aware of his pattern of behaviour over the past 19 months and you have consistently reaffirmed your support for Governor Jaspert’s actions, your confidence in him and that of your Prime Minister and government. You have made it clear that he is carrying out your agenda and that of your Government,” the Premier expressed.
He continued “I must point out that such deliberate malicious actions, especially where it is designed to undermine the sitting government and reinforce Britain’s colonial status quo in the BVI, fall within the classical definition of political sabotage, legitimised and sanctioned by the UK government.”
The premier is hoping that his letter will result in Baroness Sugg reversing Governor Jaspert’s decision to bring the Royal Navy into the territory.
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he just embarrassed. I don’t see the big deal
To add to your comment, with this type of leadership I am gravely concern for my children’s future.
Perhaps it is time to consider “over throwing this government”
in releasing same boat twice. Borders are porous and high level politicians are aware:
https://www.bviplatinum.com/news.php?articleId=32036
Did anyone listen to the house of Assembly? Did anyone see his face when he was being asked questions? The blatant l**s….This vessel was released and denied it giving Customs props. Every time he opens his mouth and statt spewing OUT GOD SPEECHES get me so upset because he l**s so much that he believes his l**s. The country been on lock downs and curfew after curfew with no justice, no one prosecuted from this so called smuggling ring, no arrest maybe a few but the small fries. I know phone records were recovered from one incident and nothing happened there so this tells clearly some fish smelling and it’s smelling bad. The world is so divided right now with all the race talk, it’s easy for the l**s to be over shadowed with what’s really going on in the BVI.
I know there are good Customs officers but there are also very very crooked ones along with Police. These guys talk so openly on the street about who’s in there pockets and it’s not funny.
This place is so corrupt it’s not funny, some persons look down at other knowingly the dirty money that funnels through here…..
The smuggling is still happening that won’t stop with some persons in the high ups having a hand in this dictatorship we call a democracy.
I watch some of them and all they’re getting fat bellies and a rug that can’t stay flat on the floor…..can’t take that too the bank…. The VIP all FAT (FAILURE AT TRUTHS)
BVI children will be much better off knowing that their ancestors hardship and death will be retributed to them. You are obviously not a black person, and if you, you are truly mentally enslaved. They no longer need to put a chain around your neck to get you to do their will. Sad soul!
The big deal is his rude letter. Does he really expect the UN to study him. This will just be a further embarrassment to the country. We are a Territory and not Independent and hopefully we will not become independent any time soon.
Totally agree. The premier sounds like a petulant child who wants to tell his parents he will do as he pleases and they must agree.
The public needs to understand that the premier controls cabinet meetings but the governor controls national security council meetings.
I am very proud of my Premier, he is fighting for his people. My hope is that all the other black leaders throughout the world will do the same! Praise be to Jesus! Christians ‘true Christian of the living God’, it is time to unite against the wick white agenda. This has been going on too long. Time to take a stand as their statues fall all around them. Mental Slavery is ending all around the world and the earth itself declares it! A change is in the atmosphere! Storms, plagues, floods! The Living GOD declares to the kingdom of pharaoh… let His people go, or greater calamities will befall you and your house, and give the riches to his people! Thank You Jesus Christ!
The Foy is embarrassed and he’s beating his chest like an ape in the wild. Do you think for a moment the useless UN is going to say or do anything because a Governor was doing his job. If Foy was doing his job there wouldn’t be any Covid or curfews. The problem is did the Foy know who was breaking the travel ban and bringing in people and drugs? Not hard to see who it was… He didn’t want the Brits to patrol because he didn’t want them to be caught. Well Foy, you’ve been caught and everyone now sees by your actions that you are truly u*****s.
It’s time for the people of the BVI to unite and demonstrate in the streets and demand the ouster of this Foy b*****n. He has and is continuing to d*****y this Territory. People you have a right to have your voices heard and the Royal Navy is available to protect you and back up your decision. Do not be afraid. The Foy lives like a king while the people suffer. It’s time to put this Territory back in order. There needs to be an immediate new election and oust this di*****r. Nothing good for the Territory will happen as he governs this land in the secrecy of his office with his minions.
Black Lives Matter! Go to the UN Premier, and my Jesus Christ be with you! Those evil Euro statues must fall all over the world!
Many of you blogs can’t even vote. Go talk about your own leader!
This VIP Government is absolutely pathetic. Go and fix your issues and stop blaming others!
The governor is right in this by taking his decision.The borders are porous and smuggling allowed bombardment of the country with the dangerous virus[ COVID-19] to which the country had no clue.A scenario occurred in which the law enforcement saw a boat that smuggled people and stuff,it docked and the occupants joined a vehicle which disappeared to the community and the government could not say or do anything about this.The community needs additional help or security to protect the citizens.
we deal with facts there’s something they not saying just trying to put fear in we the people
You are so right, they are pathetic and with everyday that passes, King L**r and his cronies only destroying the BVI’s reputation, economy and making us the laughing stock of the Caribbean, now with this stupid letter I guess we will be the laughing stock of the UN and the rest of the world too, ………As a BVIlander, I am embarrassed beyond words ):
Maybe, just maybe one day we could have a level of political maturity in this country to manage our own affairs including the people’s money. I am still desperately looking and praying that it comes. I may not always agree with the Governor but I agree with him on this one. we need extra resources to police our borders to stop the illegal importation of drugs, guns and illegal migrants. If the UK is willing to assist at no expense to BVI tax payers, I don’t see why we should refuse the help.
In the name of SECURITY I just cant understand why the Premier would object to the presence of the British navy in our waters particularly given the Covid-19 situation. Border security should always be a top priority of any government. I wish the Navy would stick around until they start invoicing us and that’s not going to happen.
GO NAVY
The Foy not wanting anyone looking over his shoulder. We all know he’s up to no good with his cronies. He afraid he be caught. He should stay with African round ball and leave governing to people that have a brain.
IT IS OK FOR FOY TO HAVE SECURITY TO PROTECT HIMSELF BUT, HE IS SPAZZING OUT BECAUSE THE GOVERNOR BOUGHT IN THE SHIP FOR BORDER PROTECTION. HONESTLY, THE MILITARY SHOULD STAY FOR THE NEXT YEAR. BUY THEM BEING HERE, IT FEELS MORE SAFER.
Why would the Premier of a small peaceful country like the BVI need security. What is wrong with this picture?
VIP government is a disgrace to the bvi, NDP is nothing different, but the vip is the worst
That’s right GUs, you just keep smiling! Deh BVI ain’t know what round deh corner fah dem behind…
Continues under Fahie’s watch:
https://www.bviplatinum.com/news.php?articleId=32036
The borders must be still porous as imported weed is still available here !
Those few of you against Fahie will not prosper. The Govenor must be tired blogging
Honourable, talk is cheap, and this is all getting very boring! Put a referendum for independence (or whatever) to the people and see where they stand.
Let’s do it now, and let the people speak. They’ll tell you where they stand and after that we can put all this bull$hit to bed, and move on in whatever direction the people want once and for all.
110 blocks of cocaine recovered; 6 Venezuelans held. No further comment!
How did that cocaine get into the BVI, Premier??
And t**l b*y is allowing them:
https://www.bviplatinum.com/news.php?articleId=32036
Oh what tangled web we weave when at first we try to deceive. The Andrew Fahie led VIP are nothing more than …. What you sow is exactly what you will reap. More popcorn with extra butter! I wonder if Carvin Malone wants some.
If the governor became aggressive in this meeting and acted on his ego & emotions in this decision that is not professional. It goes both ways though & should never come to the premier & governor openly fighting.
Andy Foy is flip flopping again.
Did we not hear Carvin Malone desperately ask the people to stop the illegal smuggling? Did we not hear the police commissioner on the radio asking the people to stop the smuggling? Did we not hear Vincenzio Wheatley threaten people not to go shopping in St. Thomas while transporting people from the B to the US vi.
And now all of a sudden Foy says it wasn’t that bad?
Foy, when protecting the people it’s best to do this with all possible measures. Not just the measures you control (which probably means you can ask them to let your friends through).
Thank you Governor for exposing Foy for what he is: a man obsessed with power.
Only weeks or months ago the chatter on the airways and blogs was about Constitutional Review. Interestingly the governor agreed also. Well, the topic needs to be reawakened. One of my main considerations and recommendation among the changes is that the premier be chosen by all the people. ATLARGE. It would be refreshing to see our premier moving around in our districts meeting and greeting and getting to know and hear from the people he represents; Not like the way it is, the chance of seeing the premier is only on Facebook. As it is, where a mere five or six hundred souls can hijack the other 34,000++ of us is grossly unfair and needs rolling back. Since the late 1970s when the late Hon Willard Wheatley got us off Grant In Aid, we should have long moved beyond this long outdated practice of the . Roll Call in session
While he is at it, he can report himself and his government for c******ion, d**g s****ling and r****m
We need an election NOW and I am not being funny! This has gone too far and these guys will kill the BVI if we let them continue to lead us!
The people of the BVI actually still thinks that the UK is their saviour.
Without the UK, this place would be screwed!
Yes…to re-elect the VIP all 13 seats.
Mr. Premier, please stop acting like a teenage boy on the playground fighting for the pretty teenage girl’s affection. OHHHH, HE SAID THIS AND HE DID THIS. COME ON MAN OUR COUNTRY IS DAMN NEAR IN DIRE STATE.STOP THE NONSENSE AND FOCUS ON THE IMPORTANT NEEDS OF THE COUNTRY AND THE PEOPLE YOU CLAIM TO LOVEEEEEEE. THE GOVERNOR HAS NOTHING TO LOSE, YOU DO. MR. PREMIER, AS A CITIZEN OF THIS COUNTRY, I AM DISAPPOINTED IN YOU. I HIRED YOU ON ELECTION DAY, YES, AS A VOTER, YOU ARE MY EMPLOYEE, I AM YOUR BOSS. AS A VOTER, I WILL BE VOTING TO TERMINATE YOUR SERVICES NEXT ELECTION. TAKE IT ANYWAY YOU LIKE, THAT IS HOW I FEEL AS A CITIZEN OF THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLAND.
“Fahie explained that the BVI only had ‘a few incidents of illegal entry and trafficking..” Now this right here is a grossly inaccurate and understated misrepresentation
The BVI has only caught or looked into a few incidents of illegal entry and trafficking.
It’s like the testing. BVI was COVID free for quite a long time, and co-incidentally wouldn’t test anyone.
A. Fahie is out of order. What act of aggression? I hope the electorates are paying attention to the set of foolishness going on under this government.
yes report him he is out of order
There is as much chance of Baroness Sugg over riding the decision as there is of Fahie being re-elected. No reporting here of the Baughers Bay incident I see.
It’s all fairly obvious what’s going on.
In the 21st century people still have the belief that a Governor can do as he sees fit and no one should question him but always only question the Premier. Ridiculous
Listen let’s be realistic. Why is the Governor using trumped up and misleading facts as to our current situation. This is truly dishonest.
Also why this letter is being sent now and not 2017, 2018 or 2019. We been having border issues but not worst that other countries. Snuggling will always be an issue.
And what is one month of patrolling going to do for this ongoing issue?
This Gov causing mischief unnecessarily. England’s COVID issue is out of control and they still reluctant to take drastic measures. We are getting things under control. The training and assistance in surveillance the Premier suggesting is just what we need. This problem ain’t going away in one month. Let’s be realistic.
The Govs actions seem heavy handed and short term and short sighted. He seems to be using a misrepresentation of our current situation to give the impression that things are extremely bad here. Totally unnecessary but those who are blinded by party allegiance can’t see the true intention and picture. .
tit for ta…. tit for tat….. Reporting gossip in the House of Assembly without fact checking, putting people’s reputation and livelihood at risk. But God don’t sleep…
slavery around the corner for us.and people like u going to help put us there
Boy foy we ain’t in this together
When Hon A F does something about that lady from I****d Re****e that kicked off the whole second wave then, and only then, maybe we will believe that he is serious about our security. Until then he got jokes.
Cannot agree with this post more.
Government (ministries and civil service departments) need to uphold the laws. Their leaders need to be held accountable when knowingly, at minimum, aiding and abetting. COVID infections are unforgiving evidence of being fully aware and connected.
What is happening here is excessive testosterone level. The focus is safety therefore back off Mr Primeir
Yall always use this picture with the above mentioned governor smirking happily behind the sweaty premier. A SIGN!
PURE COMEDY!!!
Andrew Fahie needs help seems like he is me****ly d****rb
there are more important things to deal with, number one on the list how can people survive and the are not working we have to pay rent cause landlords get no heart, light & water bills, internet bills so the kids can do online school etc but the premier doesn’t care about the people his living expenses are well taken care of with tax payer money, he choose to open the border for business on December 1 like wise other islands opening in October how more foolish can this premier be people are canceling there booking at hotels and charter companies what make fahie think the ppl will come here when he open his borders, those are stuff you need to look at not attacking the governor the man see the needs to protect the border so he call for help and beside this island can’t survive with out the U.K. help recap your memories after the hurricane if wasn’t for the U.K. what would have happen in the bvi. Take example from st kitts & Nevis premier may god bless that man cause he putting his ppl first all of the ppl he is not excluding expats like what you are doing Andrew. And stop calling god name in your w****d mouth god don’t like wicked
HON PREMIER PLEASE LEAVE THE GOVERNOR ALONE BECAUSE YOU MAY NOT LIKE THE END RESULTS RENENBER THAT THE POLICE FORCE IS THE ROYAL VIRGIN ISLANSDS POLICE FORCE THEY BELONG TO THE QUEEN AND WHO MANAGES THEM THE GOVERNOR
The Premier’s actions are extremely dangerous and could put the BVI at risk. The Baroness could decide that it’s either time to take the territory over, or, cut it loose. Unintended consequences I would suggest.
Leave Gussy alone, Andrew.
This Premier is a real C***n. Sorry for this country.
Not too long ago Premier blasted others about writing him in confidentiality in an how dare people write him about others tone (no regard for the reason people are brought to such measures) now look what happen with a letter being leaked to the public.
He got what he said he would do in the same position telling whoever the issue about everything that was said in confidence.
Not trustworthy!
This is so embarrassing. So it’s the Governor’s fault that our border protection is weak? The Premier obviously hasn’t learnt from what happened to the bald headed politician who made himself into a joke before his unexpected defeat in the elections. He also could not keep his mouth shut and tried to make decisions “for the people”, without any consultation from the people. The Premier is showing a level of aggression that really surprises me.
PLEASE LOOK AT THE TRUE PICTURE. THE UK HAS THE UPSCALE SECUTIRY TOOLS TO ASSIST IN BORDER PROTECTION.
We will never move forward with Andrew Fahie at the helms. The rocks will surely pick us up. So fellow BVIslanders let us put our armour on and fight for our territory. Andrew Fahie got to Go. He is an embarrassment.
I agree. I agree. NDP ah sorry! Let’s just kiss and mek up. Ah Tired of this government. kmt
I sincerely hope you are reading the above blogs… and refrain from comments that insinuate the people of the BVI are with you on this…WE ARE NOT!
I know for sure I am not with Andrew on this. And I would still say, this Governor cannot be MANIPULATED NOR BULLIED AND HE PEEPED THEIR CARDS. I AGREE, THE GOVERNOR HAS NOTHING TO LOSE, THE PREMIER DOES. I AM SO DISAPPOINTED WITH THE PREMIER. HE IS LOOKING LIKE A SCHOOL YARD BULLY PICKING A FIGHT WITH THE GOVERNOR.
Mr.fahie I personally think you and so call pastor Claude cline is holding one head.you guy are trying to mislead the peopke of this territory.you are trying to win support in other out your agenda.you guys a using slavery,black life matter,and many negative things to brainwash the people os this territory.you are trying to oush for indepenbence.you want ti have more say in other to t***f the money.vip.must go.
Either have help from the UK with their guidance OR go independent – easy – BUT you can’t have both
That letter to the Baroness was downright rude and disrespectful. The Premier keep harping about protecting the Territory’s border from illegal trafficking and smuggling and keeping residents safe from COVID-19 blah blah blah. But here you have the Governor who is Her Majesty’s representative here, offering assistance to keep the Territory safe as the BVI is a Territory of the United Kingdom and the Premier refusing the help. Who is he trying to protect? Why doesn’t he want the help? We see people still getting caught with drugs, and he still dont want the help. And to add insult to injury, he embarrassing the Territory by writing that nasty letter. I agree with the move of the Governor. I wish the ship could stay until Christmas.
Looks like some body’s feeling got hurt. Now they want to run and cry to the UN. Poor thing. They need a big hug. 🙂
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The BVI has been on the United Nations list of Non-Self-Governing Territories since 1946. Has this changed? If so when, and who effected this change?
Foy you have men out on waters yet drugs in the country and borders close. The governer know what hes doing
The beautifull British Virgin Islands never showed this type of venom used against one another in previous decades.
It was a community of good morning courtesies, mutual respect and heartfelt love and compassion.
Am I to fear that these skewed attitudes will affect my family and most of all our children now or in the future with a negative light?
I hope people have enough common good and sense in themselves as not to get mired in an increasingly consuming distortion of life in the world today.
This past decade has seen friendships turned upside down.
People dont let the devil get inside of you whilst dragging others along the road of discontent.
There will always be disagreements as people are a little different from each other, but we can agree to disagree.
I would rather have honey in my heart than a sour seagrape!
Heading to the UN is laughable. Will consideration be given to the Premier’s sighted concerns knowing that the UN’s concerns regarding discrimination against children born in the BVI to expats remains unresolved?
Has the Governor usurped his authority? Don’t believe he did. Strange that now the impression given is that the Government was all in for the ship when it was made clear before in the very words of the
Premier that the ship was not desired.
If I was the Governor, the Premier’s Premiership would have been revoked. Way to go Governor…sometimes a power check is needed on our elected leaders.
Smoke screens to cover the real issues.
I am so embarrassed by this administration; it makes me sick to my stomach. They need to go ASAP. We cannot handle another 2.5 years of this nonsense. The lack of maturity of the Premier. I so shame I tell you yuh hear. We’re in big big trouble!
Where is the LOVE!
UN will open can of worms.
-Bonlonger Status
-Resident Status
-Same Sex Unions
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