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Augustus J. U. Jaspert Out! John J. Rankin In! as VI Governor

- Embattled Gov Jaspert’s tenure comes to an end in coming months
Mr John J. Rankin, CMG, right, who is currently serving as Governor of Bermuda, will replace Mr Augustus J. U. Jaspert, left, who exits the Virgin Islands this year-end. Photo: VINO/gov.bm
Veteran legislator Honourable Julian Fraser RA (R3) brought a motion to the HoA in May 2020, seeking to have the Governor reprimanded for the delay of the BVI Airways Report; however, the motion was defeated. Photo: VINO/File
Veteran legislator Honourable Julian Fraser RA (R3) brought a motion to the HoA in May 2020, seeking to have the Governor reprimanded for the delay of the BVI Airways Report; however, the motion was defeated. Photo: VINO/File
Social Commentator and radio host, Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline had called on Governor Augustus J. U. Jaspert to apologise to the Territory over the reparation remarks, given that slave owners were compensated after the end of chattel slavery. Photo: VINO/File
Social Commentator and radio host, Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline had called on Governor Augustus J. U. Jaspert to apologise to the Territory over the reparation remarks, given that slave owners were compensated after the end of chattel slavery. Photo: VINO/File
Questioning the purpose of the Governor in the Virgin Islands (VI), PSI Radio host and social commentator Mr Kenneth G. Gladstone said Governor Augustus J.U. Jaspert saying the United Kingdom (UK) has no intentions of paying VI reparations is ‘absolutely insulting’. Photo: Provided
Questioning the purpose of the Governor in the Virgin Islands (VI), PSI Radio host and social commentator Mr Kenneth G. Gladstone said Governor Augustus J.U. Jaspert saying the United Kingdom (UK) has no intentions of paying VI reparations is ‘absolutely insulting’. Photo: Provided
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As the controversial Governor Augustus J. U. Jaspert continues to come under fire for what has been termed as callous and racist statements regarding reparations for slavery in the Virgin Islands (VI), a new Governor of the VI has been announced.

According to the United Kingdom Government, Mr John J. Rankin, CMG, who is currently serving as Governor of Bermuda, will replace Mr Jaspert, who exits the VI this year-end.

Unpopular Gov Jaspert

Mr Jaspert, who has become unpopular for saying that the Virgin Islands should not expect any reparations for the evil acts of slavery and has defended the keep of names of landmarks named after perpetrators of slavery, torture, murder, rape, plunder and genocide, came to the Virgin Islands in 2017 and had requested an extension for an additional year.

The UK appointed Governor was also accused of interfering with the legislative branch earlier this year when he tried to dictate to the House of Assembly (HoA) to meet so he would not miss the deadline for the laying of the BVI Airways Report in the HoA.

Veteran legislator Honourable Julian Fraser RA (R3) subsequently brought a motion to the HoA seeking to have the Governor reprimanded for the delay of the report; however, the motion was defeated.

New Governor: John J. Rankin, CMG

Meanwhile, Governor Jaspert has since announced the name of the new Governor and his coming exit from the VI on the Facebook page of the Governor’s Office.

“The new Governor will be John Rankin CMG. Mr Rankin has more than 30 years of experience in the public service, most recently serving as Governor to Bermuda. He will start as Governor to BVI in the new year. After discussions with Mr Rankin, I felt that a new Governor should have time to settle ahead of a new financial cycle, hurricane season and other opportunities and challenges that 2021 may bring. Mr Rankin will be an excellent Governor to the Virgin Islands.”

Prior to his appointment as Governor of Bermuda in 2016, Mr Rankin, 63, served as Acting Director, Americas Directorate at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and has also worked in India and the Maldives as a UK diplomat.

Grateful for additional year in VI- Gov Jaspert

Mr Jaspert also said he was grateful to have his appointment extended so he could stay on to help the Territory plan and deliver immediate response to the unprecedented circumstances faced this year.

“In the next months, I remain firmly focused on the key issues facing the Territory. This includes helping the Territory to implement the next phases of the COVID-19 response; continuing hurricane preparedness work throughout the season; improving our security and justice systems so they continue to deliver for the people; and supporting good governance and public sector transformation. I will also be working to ensure a smooth transition to my successor in the New Year.”

Governor Jaspert said the UK and the Office of the Governor will continue to stand by the people of the VI and said he hopes the brightest future for these “incredible islands and all communities who call them home.”

78 Responses to “Augustus J. U. Jaspert Out! John J. Rankin In! as VI Governor”

  • racist (16/09/2020, 14:27) Like (84) Dislike (51) Reply
    Go fast
    • Crazy stupidness and foolishness (16/09/2020, 17:53) Like (23) Dislike (16) Reply
      He did not say anything racist, but he was a hopeless and effectual Governor who displayed mid-managment tendencies with no obvious leadership skills. He will now disappear back into oblivion in the UK civil service where his lack of leadership qualities will not be a hinderence.
      • lodger (16/09/2020, 21:30) Like (22) Dislike (21) Reply
        Were you here for the hurricanes? Where was our government?
        • @ loger (16/09/2020, 22:20) Like (45) Dislike (13) Reply
          that was NDP they were no good and we voted them rass out, but you see the VIP here for us in covid 19.

          But as for this governor he has lost his moral authority
      • @ crazy stupidness and foolishness (17/09/2020, 06:10) Like (18) Dislike (8) Reply

        for a governor to say those who rape black women, kill their babies, throw their sick men over board for shakes to eat their remains, work them with no pay and other crimes against humanity, such persons names should remain labeled around the BVI is not a racist and insensitive statements??????

        You all need to stop covering up white supremacy and oppression bottom line. He is a w*****d man and must go NOW

    • To racist (16/09/2020, 18:37) Like (45) Dislike (3) Reply
      Do you think only caucasian people are racist??? How about the racist behavior that "your" people show to other races and also even to your own??? Because the Governor didn't lay down and take whatever yall throw at him of course you will call him racist LMAO
      • @ to racist (16/09/2020, 21:08) Like (28) Dislike (22) Reply

        It’s clear he is a r*****t and You he need to apologize before he leaves

  • Happy reddings (16/09/2020, 14:35) Like (72) Dislike (54) Reply
    All the silly blogging from gus, may and Ritter could not save him this is 2020 we will not put up with a racism
    • Hypocrisy (16/09/2020, 15:00) Like (104) Dislike (10) Reply
      “We” will not put up with racism but presumably “we” are OK with the rampant discrimination against down-islanders and expats.
  • Goodbye (16/09/2020, 14:39) Like (139) Dislike (236) Reply
    Goodbye Governor. We will miss you. You have done a lot for this Territory.
  • Unpopular? (16/09/2020, 14:45) Like (146) Dislike (11) Reply
    From what I’ve noticed, it’s only people who have something to hide who object to a Governor doing his job.
    • @ unpopular? (16/09/2020, 15:11) Like (49) Dislike (69) Reply
      There is not place in the bvi for a racist governor
      • @ “@unpopluar?” (16/09/2020, 16:33) Like (43) Dislike (0) Reply
        The number of racist bigots who already born and raised in the BVI is like the pot calling the kettle metal
    • @ unpopular? (16/09/2020, 16:31) Like (19) Dislike (2) Reply
      Thank you for saying what others who have sense know.
  • get (16/09/2020, 14:55) Like (7) Dislike (57) Reply

    GET THE %^&& OUT......

  • Jon de Baptist (16/09/2020, 15:02) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    Gid dont sleep..not go give u more than u can carry
  • Glass House (16/09/2020, 15:02) Like (51) Dislike (2) Reply
    We know what we have but we don't know what we will get. Remember: "Who got glass house don't throw stones."

  • Don't celebrate yet (16/09/2020, 15:08) Like (33) Dislike (0) Reply
    Before you throw curfew parties to celebrate his inglorious exit, ask yourself what the new guy is bringing to the table. In my opinion same jive different person. The governor could be whatever race, he would still be steadfastly obedient to his masters in the UK.

    Please remain focused on the task at hand to be better as a people under God which help propel our country towards greatness.
  • BVI (16/09/2020, 15:09) Like (50) Dislike (1) Reply
    Claude don't think u going have your way now. U gone see when Rankin come what time it is. Ask Bermuda.
  • Greatnesss (16/09/2020, 15:20) Like (110) Dislike (4) Reply
    Will misss you GOVERNOR JASPERT YOU WAS THE BEST BETTER BELIEVE THAT YOU STOOD BY US FROM IRMA DAYS RIGHT THROUGH THANKS FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO THE BVI...
    Have a safe journey forward
    Will TRULYYYY be miss!!!
  • Ustess (16/09/2020, 15:35) Like (11) Dislike (18) Reply
    It was the over 60 in Bermuda who had to sit in the house of assembly to get this new guy out of Bermuda. The chess players change but the game remain the same. Why not a woman governor? Why a white governor? Wake up my people.
  • You never know... (16/09/2020, 15:47) Like (4) Dislike (2) Reply
    http://mobile.royalgazette.com/editorials/article/20180626/tarred-and-feathered-whowould-be-governor-eh&template=mobileart
  • OMG (16/09/2020, 15:49) Like (67) Dislike (1) Reply
    governor not everyone happy to see you go but it is ok I remember when erma came you stood by us thank you do not be sad that is how people are you have finish your work may God bless you and family
  • Nextmove (16/09/2020, 15:49) Like (2) Dislike (8) Reply
    Start preparing for the documentary about Blacks enslavement of whites, this will be the next attempt to squash the reparation movement.
  • Ghost (16/09/2020, 16:10) Like (25) Dislike (0) Reply
    A lot of time we think the grass is greener on the other side just to find it’s brownish.. We tend to know what we have, but we never know whom we will get. at times we run from the jumbie only to butt up in the coffin ..
  • BigBoxOfCornflakes (16/09/2020, 16:18) Like (74) Dislike (4) Reply
    Best Governor we've had in a while. Humble qualified and unassuming. His wife Milly is so down to earth and genuinely kind. Their children are mannerable and well-rounded. I, like many, have watched in silence as he was bullied accused and blamed for all sorts of things. Not to worry, leave them in the pit they have dug for themselves guv'na. We who know, salute you!
    • @ bigboxofcornflakes (16/09/2020, 18:22) Like (0) Dislike (3) Reply
      Yes he was, but his perspective/ soul wasnt forbrhe V.I.
    • You’re wrong (16/09/2020, 18:54) Like (8) Dislike (21) Reply

      I guess you’re a white crony of this R***** BIGOT SO CALLED GOVERNOR

      HE’s DISGRACEFUL AND WE CANT WAIT FOR HIM AND HIS FAMILY TO GO!!!

      • BigBoxOfCornflakes (16/09/2020, 22:24) Like (16) Dislike (0) Reply
        Sorry to disappoint you but I'm neither of these things you so colorfully described. Just to satisfy your curiosity, I'm as black as they come but I know BS when I see it and I believe in fairness. The governor is the farthest thing from racist and has served the territory with honour and diligence. We are so ungrateful and bitter that we are blind to wisdom and truth.The government here on the other hand...lawd help us..tiny territory syndrome...is all I will say. History will absolve yu guv'na, not to worry :-)
  • This one might (16/09/2020, 16:21) Like (8) Dislike (1) Reply
    He might be you guys biggest nightmare. When you are in for more, you are out for less.
  • Quiet Warrior (16/09/2020, 16:27) Like (8) Dislike (18) Reply
    New governor announcement aside, it is hamefully disappointing that not one of the 13 elected members of the HOA have called the governor out on the carpet for his insulting and insensitive reparation comments. Where are their backbones? The Governor still needs to apologize for his comment. Should we hold our collective breaths? Jaspert was parroting the position of UK on reparation. Notice that neither the FCO nor the governor have utter any comment on the reparation issue. Should Virgin Islanders expect an apology from people that viewed their foreparents as property, not humans. The timing of Jaspert leaving the territory is convenient, for he was due to cycle out soon anyway. Thus, his leaving probably had nothing to do with reparation comment. Jaspert is not schedule leave until the end of the year so we got to be vigilant.

    Sometimes the devil you know is better than the devil you don’t know. Nevertheless, hopefully Governor John Rankin is a more respectful, non media hogging, more caring for regional residents............etc than Jaspert. But we will see.

    On another note, it look like there is a cadre or folks that cycle thru the OTs as governors, Commissioner of police, prison supts........ etc. Are OTs pre-retirement assignments for this cadre of people? Are they just places to hide people?
  • Local (16/09/2020, 16:36) Like (3) Dislike (1) Reply
    Media 284 , after the new GOV...take up his duties , put that same question to him that you ask the out going GOV...
  • VG Resident (16/09/2020, 16:36) Like (31) Dislike (4) Reply
    Your current governor is not a racist. He told you the hard facts. NO ONE deserves reparations. Certainly not for issues that happened 100+ years ago.
    • @vg resident (16/09/2020, 18:55) Like (16) Dislike (2) Reply
      Agreed 100%. That is all the Governor did, told the hard cold facts. He could not be manipulated. You get what you wish for. I hope the new Governor stick it to them real good. Honestly, I hope England kick Tortola to the curb and America cut off the US DOLLAR.
    • Anegada resident (17/09/2020, 03:25) Like (17) Dislike (1) Reply
      SISTER ISLANDER, YOU ARE ON POINT. PEOPLE WANNA GO BACK TO THE PAST AND PUT THE GOV ON BLAST WHEN HALF OF THE PEOPLE CAMPAIGNING FOR REPARATIONS ARE STILL LIVING IN A DIFFERENT KIND OF SLAVERY; ONE CREATED BY THEIR VERY OWN MINDSETS. AUGUSTUS JASPERT WAS THE BEST, BEST GOVERNOR WE EVER HAD AND I HOPE HE PREPARES THE NEW GOV FOR HOW TO DEAL WITH THE CORRUPTION IN THESE BEAUTIFUL SECRETIVE ISLES

      MAY HE WALK AWAY WITH HIS HEAD HELD HIGH AND KNOW THAT IT IS NOT THE MAJORITY WHO FEEL THE WAY THE MEDIA IS PORTRAYING HIM AND THE REPEAT BLOGGERS WHO LIVE TO HATE AND HATE TO LIVE
  • Thank GOD! (16/09/2020, 16:53) Like (5) Dislike (48) Reply

    Thank God the RA****T BI**T EMPEROR AUGUSTUS IS OUT!!!

    DISGUSTING DISGRACEFUL EXCUSE OF A MAN & AN EMBARRASSMENT TO THE UK CIVIL SERVICE!

    HOPE HES ASHAMED OF HIMSELF

    YOU CAN ONLY FOOL SOME OF THE PEOPLE SOME OF THE TIME BUT NOT ALL THE PEOPLE ALL THE TIME

    WE CANT WAIT FOR THIS INSULTING BI**T TO GO!

    • lodger (16/09/2020, 18:27) Like (6) Dislike (1) Reply
      Bet you wouldnt say that to his face.
    • forgive (17/09/2020, 03:28) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
      this blogger for he knows no better. You are thanking God yet typing random insults and lies about the Governor of the VI. YOU NOT HIM should be ashamed, but ignorance is rampant in the place. I am sure God sees this. you all will see when the new Gov arrives
    • mom (17/09/2020, 07:38) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
      My mom always used to say..... "Don't cry for who going, cry for who coming....." WE KNOW WHAT WE HAVE BUT WE DON'T KNOW WHAT WE ARE GOING TO GET........WE ARE CELEBRATING BUT THERE WILL SOON BE CRYING..........
  • Hmmmm (16/09/2020, 17:25) Like (17) Dislike (2) Reply
    Sad day
  • @this one migth (16/09/2020, 17:47) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    It like people like u is the bvi people biggest nigth mare
  • careful (16/09/2020, 17:55) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    We know what we had we have not the slightest idea who he is and more than likely they have already had their exchange of word and advice before he begins his role as the new governor. Careful what you ask for! Then I starts all over again.
  • careful (16/09/2020, 17:55) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    We know what we had we have not the slightest idea who he is and more than likely they have already had their exchange of word and advice before he begins his role as the new governor. Careful what you ask for! Then I starts all over again.
  • london (16/09/2020, 17:59) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    cline do not play woth fire you may get burn see what happen go and learn the process from talk talk do not play with this Governpr he is no Jaspert that qas not studing you but keep behind your head he can be the ant that will bite you so be in a house and keep locking out so you can haul in your window Never play with that mother country she is wiser than you thought look out cline so tell your mr. Gladstone lock down in your bonglow because you might be called at question time stop follow Cline your roots are not from here.
  • captain flint (16/09/2020, 18:04) Like (26) Dislike (3) Reply
    Well done to Gus! He has finally managed to get out of this hypocritical island. Why is it ok to make racist remarks about him and disgusting cartoons then pick him up on any slightest comment? Good Luck Gus and thank you for being a good Governor and putting our country first not like some people on this island. You have had a hard time. Arriving in the year of Hurricane Irma and leaving in the year of Covid 19.
  • captain flint (16/09/2020, 18:11) Like (19) Dislike (3) Reply
    Good for Gus. You are the epitome of a well mannered gentleman. I am ashamed of the comments levied at you, at the media allowing you to be bullied on this site and criticized when you cant reply. Ignore them all. They will be in hell where they belong. Wickedness is evil and God will punish them by sending to hell. I hope your next posting in less harrowing. Good Luck to you and your beautiful family.
  • 06092017 (16/09/2020, 18:27) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    Ok please remember this blogg. We just got what we wished for and it wouldnt be nice. A 63 three year old Governor. This man is not a push over. The UK has been listening.
  • R Chalwell (16/09/2020, 18:30) Like (6) Dislike (1) Reply
    Why dont we ask for independence? I am sure that the next day we will not have the use of us$ plus all the companies leave here, the banks and St Thomas will not return without a visa. Lets try it and see how swim out of here.
    • @R.Chalwell (17/09/2020, 08:31) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
      @R. Chalwell, “ I am sure that the next day we will not have the use of us$ plus all the companies leave here, the banks and St Thomas will not return without a visa. ” Why you think the use of US dollar would be list? Ever heard of dollarization? Research b4 spouting nonsense.
  • Well (16/09/2020, 18:38) Like (8) Dislike (1) Reply
    Old people say cry for who coming not for who going at least u did know who you did have but u don't know who u going to get
  • l (16/09/2020, 18:40) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    Remember who laughs last laugh best be careful who u witch for
  • No place for bigots (16/09/2020, 19:24) Like (2) Dislike (16) Reply

    Great news Bigot r**** gus is finally going!!!

    Take maverick loser muck mick with you!!!!

    On our necks as you show off on social media your wealth at our expense

    Don’t forget we pay for you and you live for FREE in OUR property that our forefathers were forced to build for free for your kind.

    GOOD RIDDANCE! AND DONT EVER COME BACK!!!

  • mr (16/09/2020, 19:49) Like (20) Dislike (2) Reply
    Mr Cline u see what you caused I sad it before and I will say it again Mr Augustus is d best governor tola ever had u don't have to agree with me but it's fact's
  • u (16/09/2020, 19:54) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    U all think because he is leaving he clean d sleat every thing is right there weating for next governor so don't rejoice to quick
  • Nice (16/09/2020, 19:58) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    As far as i can see u all don't know what you want it seems like u all need a puppet with a string to pull here and there
  • Tadow (16/09/2020, 20:09) Like (1) Dislike (12) Reply
    Is about time we get rid of him.
  • Ungrateful set of people (16/09/2020, 20:30) Like (16) Dislike (1) Reply
    The BVI IS A SET OF UNGRATEFUL HUMANS! AYO HOLD ON GOD DON'T LIKE UGLY..
  • Hg (16/09/2020, 21:07) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    JJ comes for them .especially Kilpatrick.. walk with some Scotland yard to.put in the m ra***.
  • Fear nothing (16/09/2020, 21:08) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    God is great. Fear no man that carry a shadow.
  • Hmm (16/09/2020, 21:12) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply
    Mick next ...the great ancestors got power. hurricane on lose all going up north where the fathers of colonial heads quarters. From that old tale of that African queen
  • A Disgrace (16/09/2020, 21:17) Like (1) Dislike (12) Reply
    He should not stay until December he needs to leave now, his racist and insensitive comments were out of order and shows his heart

    He must be chase out of the bvi like now
  • Interested (16/09/2020, 21:28) Like (17) Dislike (3) Reply
    Thank you for your service Gov Jaspert,We appreciate all you did especially following hurricane Irma.We wish you and your family God speed
  • facts (16/09/2020, 22:24) Like (3) Dislike (4) Reply
    Mr Jespert is in office because of white privilege and white supremacy, and exploitation of our people!!! how dear he thinks that we do not deserve reparation or the killers, and those who committed crimes against humanity names should remain around the BVI???? On No! he had to go and go tonight not the end of the year
  • BIBLE (17/09/2020, 04:10) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Ask the so called PREACHER, C S C about the Pharaoh's down in Egypt, when one Pharaoh went off the seen, the other one that take the THRONE was worst .
  • All have racist tendencies (17/09/2020, 04:13) Like (2) Dislike (5) Reply
    All these companies with white owners and white Bosses have racist tendencies. They import their own type and put them at the top... Most of them are not Worthy.... It can also be seen as believing and trusting your own.... This Governor is a victim of " Me no want no friend with them --- them to dangerous "
    • rewrsdffds (18/09/2020, 11:28) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
      Ok, you should loudly advocate for all non-belongers and white owned companies to leave. Will you include Asian Indian and mixed race etc?

      I do hope you know how to farm and protect your life and property.

      Jaspert has been immense during numerous overlapping crises where our governments of both sides, our infrastructure, have spectacularly failed.
  • DY (17/09/2020, 05:36) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Jj hurry up to come . We need some order in this place . Lock them up lock them up.
  • Reply (17/09/2020, 06:12) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
    jump high jump low its well established around the globe that black people cannot be racist. Racism is about power, exploitation and the history of crimes against people of color.

    So you all need to go sit down trying to reverse things here. VINO its not going to work, we know better!
  • lock doqn indeed (17/09/2020, 06:17) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    LOCK DOWN NOW you will sww lock down you all people in the BVI is so stu[id and fpplish we cannot have a country with out the Governor the United States have a president ans they srill have Governors to rule the diffrent states so go and learn the running of the Government, Wven though Gpvernot does not know who call him a RACIST je can forward a suit against thr BVI for such comments but the Governor is glad to go and left the country in its mess. The Governor who is comming is no walk over from what ilearn about him he works with his mouth SHUT. People of the BVI stop following the crowd because one day the BVO will have to answer The Governor has the right he got the power and ou all will see what will happen. Jaspert safe trip and we hope yo dee you one of these days just to visit. People stop blooing stupidness the Governor HAS THE POWER and thisone moght just use it and who it hurt it hurt People learn sense you have children living in the country
  • hhmmm (17/09/2020, 07:33) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Rena Lalgie someone please goggle and report back !
  • T (17/09/2020, 14:19) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    @ facts there is no such thing as black and white one blood (RED)
  • Ms Cleo (17/09/2020, 20:01) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    be careful what you wish for because the new governor will be a handful ask Bermuda!!!!!
  • claude (18/09/2020, 05:17) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Keep being that flea under he a$$....


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