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Premier Wheatley sends message to women who ‘unwisely’ rejected him in school

- said he made children who are tall, attractive & smart
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) gives remarks at the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) Graduation Exercise at Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on Thursday, June 25, 2026. Photo: Facebook
Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) with his daughter, Kamaria, who graduated as one of the top 10 students in the territory for 2026. Photo: Facebook
Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) with his daughter, Kamaria, who graduated as one of the top 10 students in the territory for 2026. Photo: Facebook
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) had many reasons to brag when he gave remarks at the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) Graduation Exercise at Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on Thursday, June 25, 2026.

Apart from being from the Class of 96, which is observing its 30th anniversary this year, Premier Wheatley’s daughter, Kamaria, graduated as one of the top 10 students in the territory.

Adding some humour to his pride, the Premier had some words for women who ignored his advances and maybe crushes as a high school student.

A word to the unwise women!

"I want to indicate to the women who unwisely rejected me in my school days, and I emphasise unwisely, that I made children who are tall, attractive and smart," Premier Wheatley said to much laughter from the audience.

On a more serious note, the Premier shared that there is nothing more satisfying than witnessing the blossoming and potential within our children.

“Parents with young children, accept my humble advice. Yes, we can get our children nice clothes, the latest sneakers, the fanciest gadgets, nice parties and other objects of our affection, but please make it your top priority to give your children the gift of education.

“It will change their life, it will change their trajectory, and the trajectory of generations after them,” the Premier encouraged.

A total of 248 students successfully met all graduation requirements, achieving an impressive graduation rate of 97 percent for 2026. 

24 Responses to “Premier Wheatley sends message to women who ‘unwisely’ rejected him in school”

  • Fran (28/06/2026, 14:02) Like (17) Dislike (2) Reply
    Yes, proud daddy. All parents' hearts are full of happiness this year. May the road of their futures carry them far, and success follow them wherever they go. Congratulations, students, you did well, and we are so proud of you. One Love.
  • (28/06/2026, 14:40) Like (18) Dislike (0) Reply
    Well sah you hear thing
  • Wellsah (28/06/2026, 15:57) Like (10) Dislike (9) Reply

    aint too late to water a few more gardens

  • Alpha mail (28/06/2026, 16:35) Like (8) Dislike (13) Reply
    Hats off showda is the man
  • %100 raise (28/06/2026, 17:26) Like (12) Dislike (12) Reply
    Did you even went to visit Andrew with the amount of plane flights you are taking.
    • jerome (29/06/2026, 09:47) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
      @%100 raise. Why should he visit Andrew? That would put him in a very awkward position. He does not need to associate himself with him while his trial is pending. How many of Andrew's friends went to visit him? Until a decision has been made, Andrew should not have any visitors except his immediate family.
  • Hang on (28/06/2026, 18:06) Like (19) Dislike (1) Reply
    Of all people Sowande is advising that education is more important than parties? At last!

    Spend my taxpayer dollars on education then, not more fricking parties... Strupes.
  • asura (28/06/2026, 18:31) Like (1) Dislike (13) Reply
    4 more years for sure
  • salty (28/06/2026, 19:53) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    sound like the Hon.Premier still thinking over some salt fish dinner he miss :)
  • WHAT!!! (28/06/2026, 20:18) Like (14) Dislike (8) Reply
    Inflated ego or what?
  • On the house (28/06/2026, 22:00) Like (10) Dislike (0) Reply
    She will get a big scholarship...........No doubt dah
    • @On the house (03/07/2026, 17:35) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      I was thinking the same thing. She'll be off to the UK on our dime for as long as she wants while he continues to tell us we have no monies and our children will get a few dollars maybe with us mortgaging our homes to help them with the rest.
  • Planes and wa? (28/06/2026, 22:01) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
    I mean he running feed all now only difference is age
  • resident (29/06/2026, 06:23) Like (18) Dislike (8) Reply
    this dude is a narcissist
  • Ridiculous (29/06/2026, 08:51) Like (13) Dislike (0) Reply
    That this was said out loud and in public by the Premier and even more ridiculous that it made headline by a supposedly reputable paper.
  • Oh Well (29/06/2026, 09:30) Like (9) Dislike (1) Reply
    He still isn't desirable.
    • @oh well (03/07/2026, 17:39) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      At alllllll! He does not even realize that women only look his way because he is the Premier. I dont see the looks, and I for sure dont see the brains given the decisions he makes especially when it comes to money. See how many women will glance your way when you no longer are Premier. Strupes.
  • Karnage (29/06/2026, 09:48) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    They catch the vapors. They always do.
  • Cringe (29/06/2026, 10:49) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    What an odd thing to say at this kind of event. That so corny!
  • LOL (29/06/2026, 11:52) Like (3) Dislike (1) Reply
    HAhaha. Jokes.
  • YOU (29/06/2026, 19:13) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    You were a nerdy weirdo in school.Thats why.
  • WELL HALLELUIAH (29/06/2026, 21:36) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    THE " BIG youth " trying ah ( vybes kartel or " wiggie " on us ) he didn't say what they missed out on / or if its just all in his mind ~ some of his school mates can still remember him , and they all were fainting away with ???? and disbelief that he would utter that kinda untrue narratives knowing that the people are still around and if it had really happened in real life , they would of known ~ so its " BOYS WILL BE BOYZ "
  • LOL (30/06/2026, 10:17) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Some gal a beg wuk in government now...remember when y'all waved of my advances..worries . vengeance...he has a scrap book from school days with your faces x out .


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