THE FNM NOMINATES IT CANDIDATES
26 October
Dr. Minnis, viagra sale Leader of the Free National Movement (FNM), discount viagra issued the following statement on the ratification of six new candidates at the FNM Central Council Meeting tonight:
“The Free National Movement (FNM), during a meeting of its Central Council tonight, ratified six candidates to be its standard bearers to contest New Providence and Family Island Constituencies in the upcoming 2017 General Election. The FNM continues to recruit and ratify exciting and well-qualified candidates that will serve their Constituencies well.”
“Travis L. Robinson was ratified to represent the FNM in the Bain and Grants Town Constituency. Travis was born and raised in Bain and Grants Town and knows first-hand the hardships that the Over-the-Hill Communities have faced under PLP representation, or lack thereof. At 21years old, Travis is the President and founder of The Rising Star Organization, which is an elite male mentorship group designed to train, empower and equip young boys who are student leaders to become world changers. He is also completing a Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management at The College of The Bahamas. Travis hopes that all of his brave undertakings will encourage more young people to follow their dreams and to be the change they want to see in their communities. We are proud to have Travis represent the FNM in Bain and Grants Town. Having grown up in Bain and Grants Town, Travis will bring a much needed perspective on the adversities faced daily by those who grow up in our Over-the-Hill Communities.”
“Reece Chipman was ratified to be the standard bearer for the FNM in the Centerville Constituency. Mr. Chipman is a product of the Over-the–Hill community of Farm Road and Centerville and is the grandson of legendary entertainer John “Chippie” Chipman. He is a Certified Public Accountant, owns and operates several businesses, and has employed more than 300 Bahamians. Reece has trained and assisted in the qualification of over 500 individuals in Financial Services. His work on various school boards has contributed to enriching the lives of many children in the areas of Farm Road and Centerville. In his capacity as a Director on the Public Workers Cooperative Credit Union, Vestry Member, and a Synod Representative for the St. Agnes Parish Church, he has assisted many with financial relief programs, educational commitments and community development. Reece is married to Tara Chipman nee Sands, and they have four children. Reece’s commitment and work in the Centerville community will bring a welcomed approach to Parliament next year since their current representative, Prime Minister Christie, could not even be bothered to visit Centerville following Hurricane Matthew.”
“Raymond A. Rolle was ratified to represent the FNM in the Englerston Constituency. Raymond was born and raised in Nassau and graduated from Jordan William High School. After obtaining his law degree he returned to The Bahamas and worked in the law profession. He was also the standard bearer for the FNM in the Englerston Constituency in 2007. Following, he became the Chairman of New Providence Port Authority. Raymond is a leader in his community and will bring his passion for The Bahamas to Parliament as the next Member of Parliament for Englerston. He is married to Latina Rolle nee Ferguson and they have three children.”
“Dionysio D’Aguilar was ratified to be the FNM standard bearer in the Montague Constituency.
A well-known businessman, Mr. D’Aguilar is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Superwash Limited, Nassau’s largest chain of service Laundromats – a position he has held for the past 23 years. Under his stewardship, Superwash has grown to ten locations employing over 100 Bahamians and has become a well-recognized household name. Prior to joining Superwash, Mr. D’Aguilar qualified as a Certified Public Accountant and worked in public accounting with KPMG for five years. Mr. D’Aguilar attended Cornell University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Hotel Administration and a Master’s in Business Administration. He currently serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors of AML Foods Limited (owner of Cost Rite, Solomon’s, Fresh Markets, Domino’s and Carl’s Jr.). He also serves on the Board of Directors of J.S. Johnson Insurance Agents and Brokers. Mr. D’Aguilar represented the business community as a very vocal and active President of the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce from 2007 to 2009. Born in Nassau, he has been married to his wife, Saskia, for 26 years. They have two sons Alexander (20) and Oliver (17).”
“With our Bahamian economy in shambles under the PLP Government we need more business leaders like Dionysio in Parliament. Dionysio will bring his business acumen to Parliament and help the country recover and put more Bahamians back to work.”
“Lanisha T. Rolle was ratified to represent the FNM in the Sea Breeze Constituency. She was born and raised in Nassau. She is a former Police Officer of the Royal Bahamas Police Force and an Ordained Minister of the Christian Faith. As a practicing Counsel and Attorney-at-Law, Lanisha serves as the Managing Attorney of Progressive Legal Services Chambers. She has also served as a Part-time Lecturer of Law and Business for the College of the Bahamas. A former FNM Senator, Lanisha is an executive officer of the Free National Movement where she currently serves as National Vice Chairman. She is married to Vontenken Rolle and the couple has three children.”
“Finally, Carlton G. Bowleg was ratified to represent the FNM in the Family Island Constituency of North Andros & the Berry Islands. Born and raised in the settlement of Mastic Point, North Andros, he attended Mastic Point Primary School and North Andros High School before going abroad and obtaining a degree in Computer Programming and Accounting. At the completion of his degree he returned home and joined the Bahamas Customs Department where he was honoured to serve his country for 20 years as a Customs Officer. He is married to Kara Bowleg and they have four children.”
“Carlton has been involved in his community for many years and it has been motivating to see him working hard in the recovery efforts in North Andros each time I have visited following Hurricane Matthew. We need this kind of representation as Carlton exemplifies every day in Parliament that has been missing under the PLP.”
“I’m excited by the prospects of our many talented candidates who are seeking to represent constituencies under the FNM banner, including our six new candidates. It is time for all Bahamians to unite behind the FNM and its candidates to rid this country of the PLP and their empty rhetoric and broken promises. The FNM and our great candidates will fight for the Bahamian people each and every day.”
Photos by Yontalay Bowe