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Fisherman’s wharf in Baughers Bay to be named after late Omar W. Hodge

- Sixth District Rep Hon Alvera Maduro-Caines said project was a strong desire of late Sixth District Representative; Bust of Mr Hodge to be unveiled
The revamped fisherman’s wharf in Baughers Bay will be named in honour of the late Sixth District Representative, Mr Omar W. Hodge, inset. Photo: VINO/GIS
A bust of the late legislator, Omar W. Hodge, who served the Sixth District for over 3 decades, will be placed at the spruced up fisherman's wharf, which will also serve as an area for persons to relax under the gazebos already built there in Baughers Bay. Photo: VINO
A bust of the late legislator, Omar W. Hodge, who served the Sixth District for over 3 decades, will be placed at the spruced up fisherman's wharf, which will also serve as an area for persons to relax under the gazebos already built there in Baughers Bay. Photo: VINO
Former National Democratic Party (NDP) Member and Representative for the Sixth Electoral District Honourable Alvera Maduro Caines has said the Virgin Islands Islands (VIP) Government is working for the people despite what some may say. Photo: VINO/File
Former National Democratic Party (NDP) Member and Representative for the Sixth Electoral District Honourable Alvera Maduro Caines has said the Virgin Islands Islands (VIP) Government is working for the people despite what some may say. Photo: VINO/File
The fencing, lighting and gazebos have also served to enhance the appearance of the area of the fisherman's wharf in Baughers Bay. Photo: VINO
The fencing, lighting and gazebos have also served to enhance the appearance of the area of the fisherman's wharf in Baughers Bay. Photo: VINO
It was on March 4, 2017 that the Virgin Islands Party, under its Chairman Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1), right, honoured one of its Founding Members, Mr Omar W. Hodge, left, now deceased. Photo: Provided
It was on March 4, 2017 that the Virgin Islands Party, under its Chairman Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1), right, honoured one of its Founding Members, Mr Omar W. Hodge, left, now deceased. Photo: Provided
CAPPOON'S BAY, Tortola, VI- Representative for the Sixth Electoral District Honourable Alvera Maduro Caines said the much talked about Fisherman’s Wharf in Baughers Bay is nearing completion and, when complete, will be named in honour of the late Omar W. Hodge.

Further, it has been disclosed that a bust of the late legislator, Hodge, who served the Sixth District for over 3 decades, will be placed at the spruced up fisherman's wharf, which will also serve as an area for persons to relax under the gazebos already built there.

Speaking on Saturday, January 30, 2021, at the 'Annual First District Report' at Cappoon’s Bay Recreational Ground on Tortola, Honourable Maduro-Caines said the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) administration led by Premier Andrew A. Fahie (R1) is working, including in her Sixth District.

“Presently in my district, we are working hastily to finish the Fisherman’s Wharf in Baughers Bay. When this wharf is completed hopefully in another month, we will name it after the later Honourable Omar Hodge,” she remarked.

“It has been a pet [project] of his, a project that he was never able to finish, and I decided to continue and get this project done.”

Bust of Omar W. Hodge to be unveiled

Speaking to Virgin Islands News Online this morning, February 1, 2021, Honourable Maduro-Caines further stated that a bust of Mr Hodge will be placed at the entrance of the newly developed fisherman's area.

Hon Maduro-Caines, who had toppled Mr Hodge in the 2011 election after he had given some 32 years of continuous service in the Sixth District, said once the bust arrives in the territory and is erected, there will be an official opening for the fisherman's wharf.

She said the bust is expected in the territory in a month's time.

'The People's Man'

Known affectionately as “The People’s Man”, the late Hodge, who served in various capacities such as Deputy Chief Minister, passed away on December 20, 2017, after a brief illness.

At the time he was 75 years old and serve over 30 years in elective office, with one of his notable achievements being the acquisition of the world-famous Baths on Virgin Gorda for the people of the territory.

He also assisted in crafting and later passing a new Labour Code that protected the rights of both employees and employers.

New home for elderly man

In the meantime, Maduro Caines said, one man in need will be assisted with a new home.

“In spite of what others may say, your government has been going above and beyond to help you the people. The premier has initiated a project where we will build a house for a needy person or an elder person in each district, and I am glad to say we are starting with district six.”

She continued: “We have already identified an elder man who is in much need of a house by the name of Mr Marvin Malone, and we are running hastily to get it started so he would have a better place to live. We must take care of our elders; they are the ones who started this foundation for us to build on.”

15 Responses to “Fisherman’s wharf in Baughers Bay to be named after late Omar W. Hodge”

  • D6 (01/02/2021, 11:35) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
    But l thought Marvin Malone was deceased. I havent seen that man in centuries and l live in district 6
    • DISAGREE (01/02/2021, 14:29) Like (4) Dislike (5) Reply
      I ain't see the kind of impact that he had on the industry to deserve that,,,,,, Why We a to always see the need to attached an x politician name to everything of importance,, The name -BVI Fisheries department*- has significance,,,It has the BVI attached to it,,, , It's the people's pride,,,,I don't support the change,,,,
      • Really Now (02/02/2021, 07:20) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
        i agree. Buba Gene or some other great fisherman. Omar!!!! sdmired the man nah. A community center a road or a wall should bare jus name
    • Cookie Jar Wharf (02/02/2021, 08:57) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      It has a certain ring to it, and commemorates one of his most famous speeches.
  • Green Bvi (01/02/2021, 12:14) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    When the green houses are done , are they going to name them after Omar W. Hodge?
  • wondering (01/02/2021, 14:10) Like (9) Dislike (1) Reply
    Thought this property use to belong to Alvin Pickering, and expected the wharf to be named for him.
  • just wrong (01/02/2021, 14:18) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    Are there any plans to get rid of the sunken catamaran that has been an eyesore ever since hurricane Earl?? How is it possible that is still there after so long?
    • Earl (01/02/2021, 14:59) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
      I thought that was why they built that stupid wall and fence,,,, to hide it !
  • flUffy (01/02/2021, 15:05) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
    Are there Any plans to Remove all those derelict vehicles and nd boats that line the roadside along the area!!Any create a neater appearance to the area!! I also think A mural would look really nice on the walls along the outside area! HEY !! BY THE WAY SOMEBODY PLEASE TELL THE PREMIER THAT THE MURAL IN HIS DISTRICT ( ZION HILL WALL) NEEDS A FACELIFT!! ITS A SHAME HOW THEY PUT THESE BUILDINGS DOWN AND DO LITTLE TO NO MAINTENANCE.!
  • musa (01/02/2021, 16:59) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Great news the green house should have his name also.
  • Even the dead (01/02/2021, 17:08) Like (1) Dislike (3) Reply
    Even the dead who’s been long gone is still being hated on. Only the BVI
    • Empire (01/02/2021, 17:27) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
      Don’t be a donkey the man dead all they have to do is think and rename it to one of the oldest one in the village. Just saying
  • east (01/02/2021, 17:25) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    That’s makes no sense so why when he was alive why ayo didn’t do that always trying something I could tell you
  • RealTalk (05/02/2021, 14:58) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Before it is named, I hope you remove that sunken eyesore in there


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