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'Today is a bit strange'- Hon Maduro-Caines on 1st HoA as VIP member

- said she has nothing against the Opposition
Newly Virgin Islands Party (VIP) member, Honourable Alvera Maduro-Caines (D6) was seen sporting a red African attire as she headed to the House of Assembly (HoA) for the first time since switching from the booted National Democratic Party (NDP) to join the ruling VIP party. Photo: VINO
The third term legislator, Hon Alvera Maduro-Caines' exit from the National Democratic Party was announced by Premier Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1), left, at a press conference on January 20, 2020. Photo: VINO/File
The third term legislator, Hon Alvera Maduro-Caines' exit from the National Democratic Party was announced by Premier Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1), left, at a press conference on January 20, 2020. Photo: VINO/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Newly minted Virgin Islands Party (VIP) member, Honourable Alvera Maduro-Caines (D6) was seen sporting a red African attire as she headed to the House of Assembly (HoA) for the first time since switching from the booted National Democratic Party (NDP) to join the ruling VIP party.

"This is my African print in honour of African Month (Black History Month)," she said to members of the press outside the HoA on Thursday, February 20, 2020.

The VIP's party colour is green while the NDP is red.

'Strange' first HOA

Meanwhile, Hon Maduro-Caines said "Today is a bit strange because for the past year I have been accustomed to being in the opposition. I don't necessarily have a plan but the way I look at the country today, all hands have to be on deck when it comes to your people and the enrichment of your people."

Hon Maduro-Caines said as it relates to the members of the Opposition, while they expressed their disappointment that she did not give them adequate notice that she intended to resign, "you cannot really do something like that. You just have to move."

She continued: "I have nothing against my opposition colleagues, but sometimes we have to rise above party politics."

Background

The third term legislator's aisle-crossing was announced by Premier Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) at a press conference on January 20, 2020, which was subsequently confirmed by Hon Maduro-Caines.

According to Premier Fahie, Hon Maduro-Caines has bought into the vision of the VIP Government and has chosen to join the VIP to help it push its agenda for national development.

On the other hand, Hon Maduro-Caines told reporters she decided to join the VIP after much deep contemplation and prayer over a period of time as well as speaking to some of her constituents, who have supported her decision.

She said she tendered her resignation to the National Democratic Party (NDP) on the same day. The female legislator said she considered the vision by Hon Fahie in the 2020 Budget Address and believes it is a plan deserving of full support for all patriotic citizens.

She further said, she has seen the progress of the VIP Government since taking office despite obstacles and was particularly impressed with the programmes that help industry training and academic qualifications for Virgin Islanders.

"I believe that is the direction our Territory must be headed," she stated at the time.

17 Responses to “'Today is a bit strange'- Hon Maduro-Caines on 1st HoA as VIP member”

  • Zone 6 for life (20/02/2020, 14:39) Like (63) Dislike (12) Reply
    It's not what she did it's how she did it. She had every right to leave the NDP but the way she did it after so many years, revealed her character!! She would be foolish to think that anyone be it NDP, VIP or voters would ever trust her again.
    • Forrest Gump (20/02/2020, 20:07) Like (5) Dislike (21) Reply
      All she did was run for her life. The opposition just sorry she not a fool. Hahahaaaa.
      • @Forrest Gump (21/02/2020, 12:17) Like (14) Dislike (0) Reply
        Its the voters who voted her into the house of assembly! Did she get in there by her vote alone! a proper representative would have gone to the polls and let the people if they choose vote her back in under the VIP
  • asking for a freind (20/02/2020, 14:40) Like (6) Dislike (7) Reply
    who is next to go!
  • GG (20/02/2020, 15:06) Like (11) Dislike (4) Reply
    weakness.....remember john said he still running for his district so the last to come is the first to go.
  • So (20/02/2020, 15:33) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    Is how them going work this one out come next election. two VIP candidates in the 6th someone have ta resign i guess
  • No Matter What (20/02/2020, 16:34) Like (6) Dislike (1) Reply
    Girlll, I have to say, you look refresh and good.
  • from purcell (20/02/2020, 17:53) Like (5) Dislike (8) Reply
    lets go Alvera we aint minding the talk she really look Great .....the Z6one have you all the way
  • Eagle Eye (20/02/2020, 19:35) Like (8) Dislike (4) Reply
    Even the vip she is disrespecting by wearing red.
  • pretty (20/02/2020, 20:04) Like (2) Dislike (12) Reply
    Look what the lord has done to my representative. You look like a million bucks. Them NDP clowns can’t use you anymore. Serve your people girl. Z6ne got you back.
  • traitor (21/02/2020, 01:43) Like (11) Dislike (1) Reply
    Red means danger delilah
    • @traitor (21/02/2020, 06:57) Like (1) Dislike (6) Reply
      The only traitor and dangerous to society is the NDP oppositions.
  • dcg (24/02/2020, 11:14) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Don't take on the negative talk Mrs. Maduro-Caines, you stay prayer-up and Positive vibes all the way. You did whats best for you and your country. Continue to serve the people of the BVI and serve well as you have done in the past....


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