Middle Eastern Times

The fuss over the construction of an ultra-luxury prison in St Kitts and Nevis is not getting over. The government is under allegations of corruption and fraud over building a prison costing the country EC $3 billion (US $1.1 billion).   In order to understand the details, the Middle Eastern Times asked for developers’ responses on this matter. Over 20 individuals responded/commented and provided statements expressing their viewpoint on the construction of an expensive prison in the country or in other words biggest scam in St Kitts and Nevis history. We will be publishing public views in a series of articles. One of the individuals, while talking about the construction of the $3 billion prison project, stated that “it is the biggest ever fraud” which is taking place in St Kitts and Nevis’ history.   The developer stated that a prison can be constructed in less than EC $45 million, but EC $3 billion prison project shows how huge the level of corruption and scam is taking plac...

As the elections of St Kitts and Nevis are predicted momentarily, politicians are well expected to use a wide range of persuasions and spinning techniques. The current Prime Minister, Dr Timothy Harris, repeatedly published a picture of his "Good Governance Agenda" which outlines 12 laws enacted or amended by the administration led by him.     Let's begin with the first point that underscores the introduction and passing of the Freedom of Information Act.     How St Kitts and Nevis PM is contradicting the Freedom of Information Act?   The actions of the Prime Minister showcase how he contradicts the Act. The Act is only in the books, while in reality, no person can access any particular information that the highest office holds.   A developer based in St Kitts said that he had applied to get information on a prison project under the Freedom of Information Act. He stated that he applied to obtain information concerning the prison project given to the Caribbe...