AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoBPL Grid Upgrade: Bahamas Power and Light says it has secured a critical $1M-plus 70-ton transformer from Egypt’s Elsewedy Electric to stabilize New Providence’s electricity supply after outages. Power Politics: Former PM Hubert Minnis blasted BPL/BGC for “nonsense” and for blaming Bahamians, while PLP chairman Fred Mitchell accused the FNM of trying to “create anxiety” over the power crisis. Opposition Pushes for Answers: Opposition Leader Michael Pintard demands a full accounting after more than $265M was reportedly moved out of the National Investment Fund, with government communications director Latrae Rahming saying the money was shifted to airport infrastructure. Healthcare Funding Pressure: National Health Insurance CEO Christy Butler says rapid growth has outpaced resources and the program must move toward diversified funding. Primary Care Alliance: The Ministry of Health signed an MOU joining the Alliance for Primary Health Care in the Americas, with PAHO/IDB/World Bank support. Cannabis Rollout: Health Minister Dr. Michael Darville says a digital platform contract (Metrc) is in place to regulate medical cannabis and support licensing and tracking. National Security: The ministry marked World Day Against Trafficking in Persons with a recognition ceremony featuring student presentations. Bahama Rock Stance: Foreign Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell reaffirmed the government opposes Bahama Rock’s expansion despite the statutory environmental review process. Disability Employment: Urban Renewal hosted a job fair for persons with disabilities, stressing inclusion and the Employment Act’s 1% hiring target.
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