PM Skerrit denies he is being investigated by US; bashes opposition

The Prime Minister addressed the nation from Greece

Prime Minister, Roosevelt Skerrit, has denied reports made on an internet blog site that he is being investigated by authorities in the United States in relation to allegations that he sold a diplomatic passport to ex-Dominican diplomat, Alireza Zabahalat Monfared, an Iranian national, who was arrested recently after an international manhunt.

In an address from Greece, where according to the government he is on a working visit, Skerrit described the entire matter as a “treasonous campaign” by members of the opposition and “their allies abroad.”

“For the record, I have not been approached nor have my assistance been sought in any of the matters referred to in this article,” he stated. “I have been assured that I am in no way considered a person of interest or relevance to the sanction evasion case nor any case in Iran against Mr. Monfared.”

The article was written by Kenneth Rijock, a banking lawyer who for ten years became a career money launderer and who eventually became a compliance officer specializing in Enhanced Due Diligence, and a Financial Crime Consultant.

In his article, which spread through social media like a wildfire, Rijock alleged that reliable sources have confirmed that Skerrit was under investigation in the matter by an agency of the United States. He did not name the agency.

“The investigation is said to be into Skerrit’s actions, in facilitating the delivery of a diplomatic passport to a known international sanctions violator, Monfared, who was a part of a massive $400m Iran oil-for-gold sanctions evasion operation, involving his alleged partners, Babak Zanjani, and Reza Zarrab; Zarrab is awaiting trial in US District Court in New York,” Rijock wrote. “Whether Skerrit will later be named as a co-conspirator in the Iran sanctions case cannot be determined at this time, but considering the zeal with which the United States Department of Justice is conducting that case, and given the amount of money the Zarrab organization earned, for selling Iranian oil, in violation of international, and American sanctions, he could face a very, very long prison sentence. Obviously, Skerrit failed to conduct his own due diligence, or he would have learned that Monfared was operating in very dangerous waters, against the worlds (sic) most powerful adversary.”

But in his address, Skerrit trashed the allegations, describing them as “a carefully crafted smear job which pieces together snippets of truths to create a completely false story. ”

“How one can sit and create a link between the regular issuance of a diplomatic passport to an alleged violation of international sanctions is certainly incredible to behold,” he stated.

He noted that if any information is requested from him, he would be willing to assist.

“However, I have no information that would be of any relevance to this matter,” he remarked.

The Prime Minister pointed out that he wishes to assure citizens of Dominica, both at home and abroad, that the entire matter is a treasonous campaign by opposition forces and their allies abroad.

He said such campaign will not succeed and detract the government “from the important work that we have to rebuild this country.”

“My government is firmly resolved to remain focused on improving the lives of the people and creating opportunities for growth and development,” he said. “Last week I visited several of the capital projects underway all over the country and I am very impressed with the pace of work.”

He said his government has a lot of work to do post-Erika to rebuild Dominica and to address the concerns of the ordinary people of the country and detractors cannot withstand the fact that programs are being done efficiently and effectively.

“And this is why they have embarked on this sordid smear campaign to sully the name of Dominica globally,” Skerrit said. “A country that has been ravaged by Tropical Storm Erika where close to 90 percent of our GDP was destroyed.”

He said the campaign is to “undermine the progress that we are making” and “get rid of Roosevelt Skerrit.”

“Citizens and residents of Dominica, we need to take a stand and speak out against this brazen act,” Skerrit stated. “How far will they go to secure and to score cheap political points. If they succeed in destroying the economic lifeblood of the country, to what will we turn? All of the productive sectors are contributing and are being built back home but we cannot and must not destroy what we have now in the hope of finding something better down the road.”

Skerrit appealed to all Dominica saying that their voices must be heard “in condemnation of these politically, barbaric act on the part of the opposition.”

“This is no longer about the political demise of Roosevelt Skerrit,” he said. “This is a calculated, targetted and dishonest attack on Dominica. All right-thinking, nation-loving Dominicans need to take a stance against the antics of (Lennox) Linton and his UWP cohorts and say enough is enough. Stop before it is too late. We have to condemn as a country, as a responsible country, this calculated actions on the part of Linton and his UWP cohorts, all geared towards undermining the economic well-being of Dominica.”

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221 Comments

  1. Tony
    January 31, 2017

    Hello and good afternoon my people. Well Mr Prime Minister please hear my advise because I spent twenty four years with NYPD which include twenty two years conducting investigations. Sir if you are being investigated by the FBI they won’t tell you that you are under investigation or if you are a person of interest. They will conduct their investigation and submit their case to the United stated Attorneys Office in the Eastern District utilizing a Grand Jury and if you are indicted they will keep it sealed until you travel outside of Dominica where they will arrest you. I read the article and it seems you are very concerned but remember the more you or your Attorney speak you all are giving contradictory accounts about our CBI program and the way it’s being administered under your administration .

    • Gary
      January 31, 2017

      Yes, all what you are saying regarding your experience as NYPD officer in conducting an investigation is true,but you are missing the point The passport issue regarding Alireza Zabahalat Monfared, and the case in the US regarding Babak Zanjani, and Reza Zarrab; Zarrabor for allegedly violating US sanctions on Iran are two different things, that case is coming up in October 2017 in NY. Zabahalat Monfared has nothing to do with such case. Zabahalat Monfared was allegedly arrested and brought back to Iran to face trial of Iran’s biggest-ever corruption scandal, working alongside tycoon Babak Zanjani who was sentenced to death last year.When the PM said quote “I have not been approached nor have my assistance been sought in any of the matter referred to in this article”meaning the article written by Kenneth Rijock on the Babak Zanjani, and Reza Zarrab; Zarrabor case in the US
      continued

      • Gary
        January 31, 2017

        Why would you not want to look at objective evidence and facts as you have been trained before passing guilt on The PM. When you said quote “I read the article and it seems you are very concerned” are you suggesting The PM is concerned about being implicated and being investigated by US authorities. How do you arrive at such assumption, are you basing such assumption on a blog written by Kenneth Rijock, an ex-convict who has no evidence to suggest such thing. How Kenneth Rijock knows that the US is Investigation The PM. Do you think that the US authorities would leak such thing to an ex convict writing writing a blog. Why make the focus of your comment on a statement made by the PM and not question Kenneth Rijock for his source regarding such story.

  2. oh boy !
    January 31, 2017

    I am not going to drink your poisen Mr. Jim Jones :idea: :!:
    Not Going Jonestown with you :!:
    Not in no cult with u :arrow: :!:
    AND U CAN NEVER BE LIKE CHRIST :arrow: :!:
    ANTI is more like you :!:
    DECEITFUL>>> but TRUMP will get u if u don’t get yourself :!:

  3. JoJo
    January 31, 2017

    Roosevelt you really are ridiculous now it is embarrassing. Would anyone tell you that they are investigating you? So often I try to tell you come down from that high horse but I can see now you are unable to do that. It must end in tears because you can not help yourself and will destroy yourself and a lot of people with you. This is so sad.

  4. Hmmm
    January 30, 2017

    Imagine I approached a politician while on a trip overseas and ask to purchase a passport, only to be told by his facilitator that my background was a bit delicate and so I would need to pay an extra “fee” to cover the risk. The facilitator would then get the passport issued and the extra fee would be handed over to the facilitator (for the politician) either in cash or by setting up a shell company in Panama, for example. Then for an additional “fee” the politician manages to issue a diplomatic passport by greasing the palms of a few colleagues who would inevitably notice something. So the state gets its money and the participants build a nest egg for after their “carreers” in politics. The politicians invoke their immunity and their facilitators play dumb. I am not suggesting this is what transpired… But ask yourselves why these intelligent men would get involved in something that would inevitably be exposed UNLESS, maybe there was some financial benefit for them PERSONALLY?

    • Gary
      January 31, 2017

      What do you gain for writing such comment.Do you think such nonsense from your imagination is going to destroy The PM and bring down The Government, is this how make use of your intelligence. I’m not wasting my time to say any more.

  5. Doc. Love
    January 30, 2017

    According to Regie, a part for being tired, the Prime Minister was ok. I am confused, either the Prime Minister did not write the speech or he wasn’t in the right state of mind. He said he had not been approached for assistance as regards the investigation and went further to say he had been assured he was not considered a person of interest, isn’t that a contradiction or an untruth. Later, he appeared to have forgotten what he had said earlier, he concluded by saying he will be willing to assist, but he had no information that could be relevant in the matter. He resided in Dominica for approximately nine months and you all wined and dined. You allegedly sold the man two passports. Their are many pictures showing you in his presence. It is alleged, your Foreign Minister was given a check for US $10,000 for a charitable organization by his wife, after all that, you want to convince us that no serious business conversation took place between you and him.

  6. The truth
    January 30, 2017

    Skeritt has put Dominica in so much problem already the man tells a lot of lies and the more he speak the deeper he put himself no lie can live for ever

  7. Papa Dom
    January 30, 2017

    I have a problem with this statement by the min of foreign affairs. \”The statement went on to say that Mr. Monfared, at the time,” was found to be a respected businessman with substantial business ties in Malaysia and Southeast Asia and demonstrated a great desire to be of assistance in promoting Dominica and sourcing business and investment opportunities on behalf of Dominica in that part of the world.”

    “To facilitate his engagement, Mr. Monfared was appointed with Ambassadorial rank,” the statement said. “A diplomatic passport was issued to him on March 13th, 2015. \”

    How then could skerrit have said this in June 2015 \”Dominica News Online – Tuesday, June 9th, 2015 at 1:21 PM
    Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit is distancing his administration from a controversial Malaysia-based website, http://www.mydominicatradehouse.com, and company My Dominica Trade House, which have been the subjects of much discourse in some quarters in Dominica recently.
    Speaking on the Next Level…

    • Papa Dom
      January 30, 2017

      cont.
      Program last weekend, the Prime Minister said the website and company have no formal agreements with the Government, are not agents of the island’s Economic Citizenship program, are not affiliated with any state entity or with him personally or the Dominica Labour Party (DLP).

  8. Domnichen
    January 30, 2017

    UWP Liars again !!!

  9. NKRUMAH KWAME
    January 30, 2017

    In 1984 psychiatrist Otto Kernberg described a sickness known as Malignant Narcissism. It is a severe pathology characterized by an absence of conscience, a pathological grandiosity and a quest for power and a sadistic joy in cruelty. The “good gentleman” as Tony Astaphan refers to Monfared, in this case Skerrit, surely has caught the bug. It’s quite some time now that I have been reminding my fellow citizens that “birds that fly high, must come down to die.”
    HOTEP!

    • Dr. Jason Jones
      February 1, 2017

      Nkrumah you are so right. It is properly called NPD (Narcistic Personality Disorder). you forgot to mention the other two significant symptoms, a sense of entitlement and a lack of empathy. Personalities like these are unable to love anyone but themselves. I emphasize that this is a real clinical diagnosis and not just an attempt to bad talk someone.

  10. washay pwell
    January 30, 2017

    can somebody please tell me where this information of the pm being under investigation is coming from?? i don’t want to seem ignorant.. please tell me where.

    • oh boy !
      January 30, 2017
    • The Rise and Fall of Dr. Skerrit, Phd, KOSt.C
      January 30, 2017

      Interpol, FBI, MI5 will be on the case of Mr. Skerrit for sure as:-

      1) Mr. Skerrit broke international law (Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Appointments) by cancelling Monfared’s diplomatic immunity. This was unlawful as Monfared was working for Dominica as a diplomat when he was arrested. No detention of a diplomat is possible even if his appointment is revoked if the arrest is purported to be done whilst the diplomat is in the service of his country of appointment.

      2) Mr. Skerrit appointed Monfared as a diplomat knowing that Monfared had served time in an Iranian jail for money offences before he fled to Malaysia.

      • Gary
        January 31, 2017

        Do you know how a diplomat gets immunity, it is the host sate or country that grants a diplomat immunity.The Country that the Diplomat represents do not grant diplomatic immunity. A diplomat is not a sovereign or above the law.

        You said that Monfared had served time in an Iranian jail for money offenses before he fled to Malaysia. Do think the Malaysian Government would allowed an Iranian with a criminal record to enter their country and do business. Do you know before a Government appoints a diplomat to a host Country, the host Country carries out a due diligence check on the diplomat since they are the one who is going to grant diplomatic status, do you think that Monfared would be accepted as a diplomat if he had a criminal record. You must also be reminded Monfared also had to have a due diligence check done before he got citizenship from Dominica, such due diligence was done by a company called Bishop Services in The US http://www.bishopsservices.com/About-Us/Who-We-Are

      • Gary
        January 31, 2017

        How Monfared could be working as diplomat when he was arrested. Monfared diplomatic passport was cancelled in Jan 2016 he was arrested sometime in Jan 2017. When you say quote “No detention of a diplomat is possible even if his appointment is revoked if the arrest is purported to be done whilst the diplomat is in the service of his country of appointment”. I would like you to show me where such thing is written in Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Appointments.Why are you misrepresenting facts to suit what you want to believe, that has always been you hallmark.

    • Shameless
      January 30, 2017

      Apparent you are very ignorant on blind, deaf and dumb and stupid with a PHD in telling lies if you ask me. Its called “Skerrititist”.

      Assertive and ready to be aggressive for the love of country! :twisted:

      • Doh!
        January 31, 2017

        Can you speak English?

  11. Push ON
    January 30, 2017

    Patiently awaiting PM to say he will be taking legal action against Lennox, the gentleman from the US who wrote that he went against the international treaty….why hasn’t he stand firm and make it be known that he will be suing all who have mentioned his name in this huge made-up scandal, this fake news, these false reports.
    Hmmmmmm??? Anyone wants to explain why he hasn’t taken that route yet???

  12. optimist
    January 30, 2017
    • Iamanidiot
      January 31, 2017

      chhhh, Skerrit have Oil money now wi boy…tsk tsk tsk.
      The only oil Dominica have is coconut oil, but if a right thinking citizen raise a question like “where that oil tanker come out/going to etc etc”.
      People will be all over you accusing you of being unpatriotic and hating Dominica and hating skerrit.

    • Iamanidiot
      January 31, 2017

      If registering those boats etc etc is honest work then fine…but the problem is…we Dominicans not seeing not of that money.

  13. viewsexpressed
    January 30, 2017

    +Skerrit, we do not believe you. Come clean and be open to the people of Dominica. Do not Greece it up, but Truth just be revealed. You have been taking us Dominicans as Dummies for to damn long. Our country is poor and the more you talk nonsense the poorer we get because you have not done anything of development for Dominica apart for disrespecting poor people to que. up at your office for handout. How low can you take our people and ride us like donkeys.
    Skerrit , we do not trust you, nor your corrupt Labour government.
    Hon Linton and the UWP has been a good Opposition watchdog and we support him in the barking at your house of the nonsense you continue to do. We will bark oud until you go. You are a big failure. Coe home to face the music.

  14. SMH
    January 30, 2017

    I don’t understand this at all. Why is it Hon PM you are so afraid of the opposition? Why do you think they are incapable of leading this county forward? This present administration has been here long enough and a lot more could have been done. Release the country back to the people if you are a true leader, your desire for power is persistent in your speech. History teaches us what happens to leaders who thrive on the back of poor people. I only wish nothing but the best for you sir, when that time comes to past.

  15. cold hard truth
    January 30, 2017

    What are bunch of clowns. Anything to be calypso king smh. This opposition members are truly the members and Linton the jim Jones, time will tell

  16. Dr. Skerritt Faces Lawsuit by Monfared - Art 39 of Vienna Convention
    January 30, 2017

    The Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations of 1961 of which Dominica is a contracting member state, estasblished the protocols for the appointment, treatment and termination of diplomatcs. This convention was joined into the Constitution of Dominica when it became a contracting member state. It is therefore binding in law on all Dominicans including the Dominican government and its agents.

    Article 39 of the Convention provides –

    2. When the functions of a person enjoying privileges and immunities have come to an end, such
    privileges and immunities shall normally cease at the moment when he leaves the country, or on expiry
    of a reasonable period in which to do so, but …..with respect to acts performed by such a person in the exercise of his functions as a member of the mission, immunity shall continue to subsist.

    By permitting the arrest and detention of Monfared, by the last sentence of Art.39, para 2, Dr. Skerrit acted illegally and may be sued by…

    • Dr. Skerritt Faces Lawsuit by Monfared - Art 39 of Vienna Convention
      January 30, 2017

      …. and may by sued by Monfared who may demand to be returned to the country of his appointment as a diplomat, Dominica, where he may continue to live freely under the protection of Art. 39, para 2.

      I have provide a copy of this posting to the lawyers of Monfared.

      • Marcus Hill
        January 30, 2017

        And to which country was he posted as Ambassador? We have been asking this question so if you know the answer please let us know.

      • The Truth Be Told (Original)
        January 30, 2017

        What are you up to? Another Dominican traitor?
        Why did DNO allow you to post this?

    • Gary
      January 30, 2017

      Why do write such senescence, if this is you understanding of article 39 pity your ignorance.How foolish you are to state that The PM acted illegally.A diplomatic appoint can be terminated anytime by a Government.There is no such thing as a legal contract with a diplomat to serve x amount time and if the Government revoke the appoint the Government is liable and acted illegally such nonsense and stupidity on your part.

      Article 39 #2 makes reference to the “protocol” by which a diplomat ends his tenure with the host Country.If the diplomat was terminated by The Government who appointed him, the protocol in Article 39 #2 still stands, but the Diplomat cannot take legal action against the Government for revoking his appoint.

      • Kincaid Mawish, JD
        January 31, 2017

        Yes he can. Any signed treaty becomes part of Dominica’s constitution automatically. Therefore, the state of Dominica can be sued by a citizen (ie., Monfared) for rights which were breached under the constitution.

        Art. 39 is clear that a diplomat’s immunity does not cease even when he is terminated provided he was in the service of his country at the time which is the case for Monfared.

        There are numerous legal precedents which support this.

  17. “To those people, here, who are saying that the FBI does not inform people that they are investigating them; pray tell me why would they INFORM a MONEY LAUNDER–a criminal for the past 10 years, who should be in jail for his crime.”(Elizabeth Xavier).

    Elizabeth, you are very ignorant and ready to protected, and uphold Skerrit’s corruption, you talking garbage out of you mind; you have blinded yourself from the truth! If I am a corrupted criminal committing international crimes, and the FBI is investigating me; do you believe they will call me or write to me and telling me they are investigating me?

    That would be very, very, stupid on the part of the FBI: Because unless I am an idiot, all I would have to do is cease and deists my actions, stop thieving and I would never get caught! Stop defending Skerrit, you look like a fool protecting him. Haven’t you heard he is a billionaire.

    Read all the comments on DNO!

    • Gary
      January 30, 2017

      You do not believe that he FBI is going to inform someone they are being investigated, but you will believe a blog written by someone stating that the PM is being investigated wit no substantial evidence.The only reason you believe such thing is because of you partisan political belief and hatred for The PM.

      • Gary it could be an assumption based on deductive reasoning!

        But what I do know it is not likely that the FBI will tell someone they are being investigated, because in reality all that person would have to do simply stop thieving oui.

        Seriously Gary, The FBI might under certain circumstance call someone in for questioning, and let them go while they investigate them, unless the arrestee is ignorant they will not realize they under investigation. Now I do not know Skerrit is under investigation.

        So, (doh say I say cause I doh know); but all things are possible, and with a reputation as Skerrit has all things are even more probable!

    • Danziger
      January 30, 2017

      YES Skid row Joe, grand parleur vide continue yr lying tongue will JUDGE you in time to come LANGUE SERPENT à dix face. You preach HATRED AND LIES AGIANST OUR dear PM, one day it will fall back on you.

  18. Real!!!!!
    January 30, 2017

    what is in Greece ? the Oil tankers registered to Dominica with the Dominican Flags.

    Let hope they where not used to transport Oil to bypass the US sanction on Iran….This is HOT STUFF

    Note: The proximity Greece to Malaysia where Mr. Monfared operated his business.

    Was not Mr. Monfared arrested for Oil scam to evade UN sanction against Iran?

    • Malgraysa
      January 31, 2017

      Note:
      – Greece is not close to Malaysia.
      – The tankers were- and still are operating out of Singapore which is separated from Malaysia only by a very narrow sea strait, which is crossed by bridges.
      – We maintain diplomatic relations with Singapore through our embassy in Bejing , a very unusual arrangement and it is up to Francine Baron to explain this.

  19. CIA Agent
    January 29, 2017

    To all those who ask “Why Greece?”

    With a little investigative research, one can obtain facts (non-alternative).

    The Commonwealth of Dominica International Maritime Registry is in Greece:
    http://dominica-registry-greece.com/index-5.html

    There are currently 274 vessels internationally registered vessels with the flag state Commonwealth of Dominica and 26 of them are oil tankers.

    This is common knowledge. More information like photos, current location etc. on each of these vessels can be found here:

    https://www.fleetmon.com/vessels/

    Any hypothetical theories that our Hon. PM Skerrit is exercising damage control because some of these oil tankers may have been involved in the 2.8 billion dollar oil sanction evasion cases against Babak Zanjani, Reza Zarrab and Mr. Monfared would be just that. Hypothetical theories…….unless he answered the question himself, “Why Greece?” we have no choice but to speculate and hypothesize.

    • Gary
      January 30, 2017

      One note of correction The Commonwealth of Dominica International Maritime Registry is not in Greece it is Fairhaven, Massachusetts USA http://www.dominica-registry.com/contact-us.html.

      • Me
        February 1, 2017

        Well spotted Gary, another scam. Are you a beneficiary perhaps? I have always wondered why this can not be operated on-shore in Dominica itself.

  20. LaPlaine Observer
    January 29, 2017

    Generally when an investigation is ongoing in the United States, by law they are prohibited from commenting or disclosing the existence of such investigation. So in essence, when the PM says that he has not been notified of such investigation, is just normal protocol for the investigating agency. Eventually your misdeeds will be revealed.

  21. papa
    January 29, 2017

    Boss us watching da

  22. John Paul
    January 29, 2017

    Since when Skeritt reporting from outside the Country? Since when He telling us where He going and what He doing? A A He cannot give Lennox the credit for that can he?
    If it is proven in a court of Law that Diplomatic passports were sold We the People of Dominica want every cent back so dem Swiss banks better come straight

  23. John Paul
    January 29, 2017

    Skeritt what tidbits of truth were used to create this false story?Tell me more ! You good we boy! Please elaborate,what part is true and what part is false
    I notice You calling on Your Supporters to rise up and support You Have they responded to Your call?

  24. B VIDAL
    January 29, 2017

    WHAT SWEET IN GOAT MOUTH SOUR IN HIS BACKSIDE

    ID

  25. UserName
    January 29, 2017

    Well there is something called the Vianna Convention on Diplomatic Relations (1961). It is very interesting to put it in context. Article 10 – part 1a and 2; and article 39 – part 2 caught my attention deeply. So much for talk about cancellation of diplomatic passport in January 2016 and his final departure from Dominica in September 2016
    http://legal.un.org/ilc/texts/instruments/english/conventions/9_1_1961.pdf

    • Gary
      January 30, 2017

      Why don’t you write a brief statement regarding Article 10 – part 1a and 2; and article 39 – part 2 of The Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations to prove your point, an understanding of what you read is important directing someone to a web page is not enough.

      • *roll eyes*
        January 30, 2017

        Why don’t you do it for Username and for us all, so we are able to get a better understanding… it seems you are quite capable of reading and understanding and then relaying what you have read and understood.

        Gary, you have been under every post trying your best to defend Skerrit and to make every aspect of this news untrue…. are you a loyal supporter, are you one who has been directly benefiting for the sale of Dominica or are you just one who has been paid to make readers doubt these reports and stand firm with this corrupt administration?????

      • Jon Jones
        February 1, 2017

        G ary,

        It is very clear that you have been appointed on a damage limitation exercise. Also you do seem to be way more informed than the rest of the population on a lot of matters regarding this government. It’s a pity that you havent advised your client to be more honest and trasparent in running his administration because it is too late now. The cat is already out of the bag

  26. The Truth Be Told (Original)
    January 29, 2017

    Computer and internet obviously do not make intelligent people who do not utilize their common sense. Instead, they bring out the ignorance, wickedness and vindictiveness in some people. You cannot prove anything.
    People as Kenneth Rijock should be sued for defamation of character.
    You people are bearing false witness. It is a crime. Those Dominicans as Lennox Linton, his opposition forces and their allies should be sued.
    You have gone too far. You have committed a crime against the PM.
    I condemn these politically, barbaric act on the part of the opposition.
    Tony Astaphan, Counsel, we are waiting to hear from you and what steps you will be taking in this regard.

    • friend
      January 29, 2017

      Guess why the pm is not taking any body to court???

      • Gary
        January 30, 2017

        Why don’t you stop that nonsensical cliche response. If you are following events you would know that The PM has a case pending, he is suing Thompson Fountain in court for allegations that an Indian, Dawood Ibrahim ranked fourth on Forbes’ World’s Top 10 most dreaded criminals list of 2008 as having a Dominican passport, does that answer your question.

      • Jon Jones
        February 1, 2017

        Maybe Gary could give some insight into the Emmanuel case also

    • It truly makes and create fools idiots like you eh!

      • The Truth Be Told (Original)
        January 31, 2017

        The day will come when you will see who are fools and who are not fools.
        You are the fool. You are beyond comprehending. The pot again calling the kettle black.
        Your hatred will catch up with you and soon enough. :twisted: :mrgreen: :twisted: :mrgreen: :twisted: :mrgreen:

    • Titiwi
      January 30, 2017

      Mr. Skerrit’s lawyers did file a lawsuit against Dr. Fontaine (and the parent company of Q95) in he High Court in Dominica on 29 Dec. 2011 for defamation in connection with the latter accusing him of conferring diplomatic status on rogue characters. Mr. Skerrit originally tried to scare off Dr. Fontaine by demanding an apology and $250,000 in damages. Dr. Fontaine called his bluff and a lawsuit was duly filed against him. Up to this day this suit has not been heard and Roosevelt Skerrit has been prevaricating ever since with reasons as to why he can not appear in court for a hearing. Dr. Fontaine is itching for “dr” Skerrit to be crossexamined but I guess this may not happen in my life time.
      (see also Dominica Vibes of 30 Dec. , 2011, “P.M. Skerrit sues Dr. Thomson Fontaine)

    • viewsexpressed
      January 30, 2017

      The Truth be told, lol,,,optional for real……
      You have just described yourself and your immature actions: Read again, we love it. If you wish to be reminded of your ignorance let us know, we will reprint. OK?

      Here goes…
      “Computer and internet obviously do not make intelligent people who do not utilize their common sense………Instead, they bring out the ignorance, wickedness and vindictiveness in some people. You cannot prove anything..” That you ,,,right? You just cannot prove anything and appears that you and your Corrupt labour cronies are just not in the foot of intelligence of the likes of Hon Linton, Hon Spags John and Hon Dr. Fontaine., to name a few. Try elevating your inept, corrupt so called PM to this level.

      • The Truth Be Told (Original)
        January 31, 2017

        viewsexpressed: As a practicing Catholic which you said you are, one day you will be severely punished for your hatred.
        You cannot stand anyone speaking for the PM.
        You speak up for Linton, the troublemaker. One day you will find out about your error. Take this and smoke it in your pipe for now.
        Allow others their rightful privilege to comment on behalf of the PM.
        You still have to learn the art of communicating amicably.

    • January 30, 2017

      Skerrit your days are over and no matters how much you real it will not work, but what I don’t understand where is all the jobs you speaks about is and all the monies you said we have collected what happened to it, Skerrit don’t insult our intelligent , at last Dominicans eyes are opened and we are on to you, We have to say thanks to the Opposition and their allies for opening our eyes , and by the way we can do research for ourselves.
      Skerrit this haven got to do with Linton or his allies any more so stop it, just tell us what your roll is or explain to us Dominicans what is going on, if you don’t know anything about this guy that was living in Dominica but you have all this to say about the same guy something is wrong man something is wrong with you.
      Dominicans want their Island back, and to all the ministers in the administration stop protecting Skerrit because he will take you all down with him mark my word.

  27. January 29, 2017

    Skerrit with all your millions, mansions, fancy cars, diplomatic positions, doctorates, knightwoods and all your porsh friends, I sure hell don’t want to be in your shoes right now :-D :-D :-D :-D

  28. B VIDAL
    January 29, 2017

    EVERY BODY SUCKIN SALT

  29. Madam- la aussi
    January 29, 2017

    He noted that if any information is requested from him, he would be willing to assist.

    “However, I have no information that would be of any relevance to this matter,” he remarked.

    do you see the double standard in his talk? he is willing to assist but have no information relevant to this matter

    • Gary
      January 30, 2017

      Your comment shows what happens when someone takes the blue pill. All what you have read regarding the matter and it boils down to your nonsensical interpretation of what The PM said, ignoring facts and evidence shows how much you are willing to use your intelligence to understand the matter at hand, so long for your perpetual ignorance in your understanding of what double standard is.

    • The Truth Be Told (Original)
      January 31, 2017

      It all depends on what you request of him. This goes for each and everyone in any position.
      People as you consistently criticize others but you are beyond comprehending, “Based on the situation . . . what you ask. . . .”
      Comprehend. I have an MP and an MPP. One is Federal and the other is Provincial. I cannot go the Federal one and present a concern which is a Provincial matter. I will be told, “I cannot assist you. Contact the Federal one.”
      Even though each states, “I will be willing to assist”, their position is different.
      I see why some of you consistently criticize the PM, his government. You are in dire need of education in this matter.

  30. Concern Dominican
    January 29, 2017

    Man you are one *****liar, I’ve never known a grown *** man to have lied more blatantly than you skerrit. We’ve got no need for you here in Dominica.

    • Gary
      January 30, 2017

      Wow, you can describe The PM as liar and then say quote “I’ve never known a grown *** man to have lied more blatantly than you skerrit.”Well if you haven’t heard of a grown man who have lied,here is one His name is Lenox Linton the leader of the Opposition he was found guilty of libel by the Privy Council.

  31. RASTAFARI
    January 29, 2017

    So Skerrit every time there is something against you, you tend to blame the opposition. You said in your speech that it was a banker you said all that. Why then are you blaming the opposition? I want to know what was this man doing in Dopminica for 8 months? Why was his passport cancelled after a few months when there should have been DUE Deligence? You just need to be arrested!

    • Gary
      January 30, 2017

      Do you know for a fact if Alireza Zabahalat Monfared was living in Dominica for 8 months.Linton said he had information from a source in Havana that Alireza Zabahalat Monfared was in Dominica and Cuba was negotiating with The Government to send him back to Iran. If Linton knew this all the time why didn’t he make it public. If you were looking at the matter from a stand point of objective evidence and facts regarding the matter you would have known that a due diligence was done on Alireza Zabahalat Monfared. You should also note that his passport was not cancelled after a few months before he was allegedly arrested his passport was cancelled since in Jan. 2016.

      • Tjebe fort
        January 30, 2017

        Gary, now you blame Lennox Linto for not doinmg Roosevelt Skerrit’s job? It was up to your beloved P.M. , to cooperate with the “authorites” mentioned in the release, issued by the P.S. of the ministry of foreign affiars. You can not have it both ways my boy, but nice try.

  32. Shaka Zulu
    January 29, 2017

    Skerrit says don’t change what you have now for the hope of finding something better in the future. That is amazing!!!! Is it not the role of a leader to inspire people to want more, to work hard, to be independent, to always want a better future, to do what is right, to be honest, to be guaranteed, to be just, how can we settle for passport selling as a means to development and be satisfied that this is the best we can do as a people. Why would we loose hope in having a better future than selling passports to criminals.? How is the opposition destroying the country when they are not the ones selling passports. Skerrit you are no example to our youth and should excuse yourself. 16 years in power and this is the next level. Shame on you and everyone who has assisted you in bringing shame to my citizenship.

  33. Dominique
    January 29, 2017

    I dont understand, when our children do wrong we CORRECT them and tell them that what they did is wrong. However when our government does something wrong we defend their wrong doing. STAND UP and tell them that what they are doing is wrong. ENOUGH of this talk about lennox linton and UWP, open all you eyes and see for yourself. People in Dominica (teachers, nurses) struggling to pay bills and the PM son have Louis Vitton shoes dou van jou in our face, PM wife have how much expensive clothes, who is paying for this. I working to hard and cannot do that for myself, I cannot send my children away every summer. DOMINICANS time for this to stop, i was a SKERRIT supporter, but my eyes open. TIME for him to GO!!

  34. 100% Dominican
    January 29, 2017

    Mr Prime Minister Skerritt, Sir, this is no longer about what Mr Linton said!!

    Dominica is in an international crisis. Call it what it is and cut the reverse psychological.

    The daily news is frightening for it seems that every criminal and every person of ill repute has a Dominican passport. As a 100% Dominican I can no longer sit idly by and see Dominica become an embarrassment and disgrace to the rest of the world. Enough is enough!!

    Mr Prime Minister you may feel you are not a person of interest but to me you are. It has been said where there is smoke there is fire, and Mr, Sir, there is enough smoke to start a bonfire!! If the international authorities have not contacted you, be prepared they will and they should.

    • Skerrit is not using any form of reverse psychology, if that is what he believes he is doing he is making a very poor effort, he is simply exposing how stupid he actually is!

      I had plenty of psychology classes, I even had Abnormal Psychology, I can tell you being a liar has nothing to do with psychology.

      Each time he try to screw Lennox and blame him for his evils, and inefficiencies, something always backfire in his face!

      Skerrit has remained in office for a while because he has a talent of telling lies, and bribing people to vote for him, but if more people in Dominica was concern about the issues of development, and progress in the country they would have long kick Skerrit rusty behind to the curb!

      The country is hungry, and dependent on hands out from Skerrit, so half heartedly they vote for him!

  35. Anonymous
    January 29, 2017

    Can you imagine, only last month mister was President of Caricom? All the other heads of state of that organization must be cursing his name to draw such bad attention to the organization , especially those of our sister islands in the OECS. What does that do to the value of thier passports they try to sell under their citizenship programs. Don’t expect them to come to your rescue mr. Skerrit.

  36. Kincaid Mawish, JD
    January 29, 2017

    Dr. Skerrit, as you former staunch supporter and a person with Dominican roots, I read the contents of the article with considerable dismay:
    http://www.caribbeannewsnow.com/headline-Commentary%3A-From-Rags-to-Riches%3F-In-search-of-Roosevelt-Skerrit\’s-millions-28852.html .

    Sir, it seems that you entire working life thus far has been in politics. Therefore, how is it that Dominica, by all intents and purposes, has its first billionaire?

    Couple this with what seems like Dr. Monfared having served a prison sentence in Iran prior to fleeing to Malaysia, just adds considerable coal to a what seems to be a very hot fire for you.

    A clear course of action now presents itself to you Dr. Skerrit. Kindly consider your position as you as undoubtedly a disgrace to Dominica. The time is now for regime change to rescue Dominica from a stench of criminality that it possibly has never seen in its entire history thus far.

    • Hurtingformyhome
      January 30, 2017

      After this ban on Iran my the US, expect them to extend their gaze to their affiates. See trouble for our students overseas eh. Smh!

    • viewsexpressed
      January 30, 2017

      My God, Thanks Sir, wonderful, you hit the nail on the head. Thanks, Thanks much, Well said.
      Skerrit, I hope yo get the message, you must Go…lease g. Stay in Greece, do not come back home. Go meet Trump…..

    • Dominican Passports
      January 30, 2017

      Nah it’s to late, just let the ship sink and man the life boats. Y’all remained blind and dotish for too long

  37. God is Watching
    January 29, 2017

    We and our children will continue to prayer UNTIL THE GOD THAT WE SERVE INTERVENE and DELIVER this country from this CORRUPT ONE MAN GOVERNMENT and HIS FRIENDS because while he and his friends bellies are FULL OUR CHILDREN ARE CRYING OUT LOUDLY because their BELLIES are EMPTY ……….NO MATTER WHAT WE are in PRAYERS…GOD MUST and WILL GET RID OF all of all u

    • Gary
      January 31, 2017

      God does not act on partisan personal beliefs to bring about change you want. Why the subtle hatred in you comment when you say quote “GOD MUST and WILL GET RID OF all of all u” are you also commanding God to get rid of people simply because of your belief.

  38. Spiritual Advisor
    January 29, 2017

    Mr. Skerrit here is my advise to you sir: My brother for the good of country, as soon as you get to Dominica meet with Hon. Lennox Linton and admit you have erred and are in trouble. Tell him to take good care of your wife and keep her from all harm till you all meet again. Then go on DBS and hold a joint press conference, with your hand in his hand, let the nation know that if you had listened to Mr. Linton from day one you would not be in such mess, but unfortunately you saw him as an enemy and took those that were really your enemies as friends. Then both of you go down on your knees and start to weep on each other, and encourage all Dominicans to unite behind Hon. Linton as PM and put a government of national unity in place to see if we can bounce back from all of the Hell you put us in. In return, Hon. Linton should assure you that he will do all he can to forgive you for your sins, and send a joint letter to Trump and the FEDS, begging for mercy on Skerrit’s behalf. Thanks

    • Willie
      January 30, 2017

      It is not for linton to forgive his sins,.
      Begging on blended knees will not cut it with U.S. Law either!

    • January 31, 2017

      @Spiritual Advisor January 29, 2017

      Get off with your spiritual advice, you know nothing about “SPIRITUALLITY”, you are calling for the wrath of God’s Holiness against yourself–you do not know how much.

      Who do you thing Lennox Linton, is to have PM Skerrit kneeling before him, I can’t believe you have 20 people in agreement to this carnal comment–my God have mercy on you all because of your ignorance about Him and Life–gush man! Yes! Lennox Linton is the enemy against PM Skerrit!

  39. Laundry Mart
    January 29, 2017

    Skerrit you are trapped and very well stock in very deep water,and if you care about Dominica as you make some believe, you would do the right thing and resign, though we know you cannot do it because u want some protection. It was King David that said of God that even if he made his bed in hell, God is there. Well Skerrit no matter where you try to hide the Feds are there . you are so unconvincing that not even laborites believing you. I don’t want to hear ur story so let’s move to something else. Since u and Lennox are in Greece can you, what can you tell us about those tankers flying Dominica flags, since it has been alleged that they too are under investigation? Did the arrest of the fugitive forced tha sudden trip to Greece? Did you put cocoa to dry in Greece and as soon as you saw rain you and your LL attorney had to go get them in? Was there some dirty laundry in Greece that you and your friend had to rush to the laundry?

  40. Memory
    January 29, 2017

    It is time for the civil service workers association and other unions organize their members with the support of the United Workers Party and SHUT DOWN THE ISLAND. All the people should not go to WORK until the Government RESIGNS organize with the FARMERS to feed the STRIKERS, Don’t worry the police and nurses and prison officers will give the support needed for they and their Families are suffering also. So all you Union leaders, and opposition parties. Get working organize beat the IRON while it is hot. Someone make that move make the calls get the leaders to get their members to stop work STRIKE.
    The Store Owners and workers will follow when they see there is no business.
    What do we have to loose? Nothing, So …. STRIKE STRIKE STRIKE… THEY CANNOT DRAG YOU FROM YOUR HOUSE TO GO AND WORK. AND GUARD THE PORTS SO THEY DO NOT BRING OUTSIDE FORCES ON OUR ISLAND TO SUPPORT THEIR NONSENSE. STRIKE DOMINICANS STRIKE.

  41. bin brewed
    January 29, 2017

    But why de AM have so much light around him, nuh?? Living in darkness, nuh??? :lol: :lol: :lol: Now you really need some light.

  42. Ideal
    January 29, 2017

    He selling passports to crooks blame Linton & UWP. This man does not take any responsibility for all the wrong doings happening in Dominica. Yes Mr. PM blame the opposition for everything. you will be right up front on Trump’s list when he turns on all the crooked leaders of the world, then you can blame every Dominican especially the ones with blinders on

  43. lol
    January 29, 2017

    The noose is tightening skerrit so you can run as far as you want but the long arm of the international law will certainly grab you soon.Only a man shaking in his boots like these dictators when their days are numbered will be up at 1:00 am {Greece time } trying to fool his cronies. Hiding in a hole Sadaam Hussein was still saying he is the president of Iraq, so too was Gaddafi who was still saying “all my people love me” all though these same people had arrested him in order to seal his fate.So Mr skerrit continue to live in denial but the writing is and have been on the wall for a very long time .Me’ne Te’kel ,Pe’res.

  44. Real!!!!!
    January 29, 2017

    Skerrit….Believe me if you have not been contacted yet by the US in relation to the Monfared Diplomatic passport melt down which is link to the evasion of authority in the $4.2Billion scandal in Iran tied to oil sanction.

    Then you should be very worried because it means they have all the information needed for your apprehension and it is just a matter of time to pick you up.

  45. Ibo France
    January 29, 2017

    These foreign multi-millionaires and billionaires pretend to be philanthropic and deceive the government into believing that they have good relationships with many wealthy international investors and donors who are willing to bring multi-million dollar developmental projects to the country. Many of the time these men/women are fugitives of the law looking for sanctuaries. Sometimes they offer bribes to sweeten the deal. Why can’t our own people fill these diplomatic positions? Are we not capable? Are we not intelligent enough? Do we believe that anything foreign is better? Mr. PM, stop blaming people for your self-inflicted wound. If you have even a scintilla of decency, you would do the right thing and abdicate your present position. You have brought eternal embarrassment to the country.

  46. El Uno
    January 29, 2017

    You run to Greece to try erase all the mess you put Dominica name in. All those ships carrying our flag and registered under Dominica’s name you run to try sort out. Your time coming and you will rot in a cell also the amassed wealth will not serve any good purpose. mark these words

  47. Zam
    January 29, 2017

    Mr Prime minister, its very amazing that you have not given us the list of passport holders under the program yet you denying investigation by the USA.
    Mr Prime minister, you left Dominca for Greece, for what reason only God knows, yet you sitting in hotel room to address the nation?
    Time to make Dominca great again, time to say enough is enough.
    To much is to much

  48. Marcus Hill
    January 29, 2017

    I hope you have your address to the nation lined up when the next crooked Ambassador is exposed!!

  49. :)
    January 29, 2017

    Give me a better choice than Linton and I will gladly push to get Skerrit out of office. Skerrit is a problem.. but Linton/UWP is NOT the answer.

    • viewsexpressed
      January 30, 2017

      You see the fall soon of Skerrit and you are in real Denial that Hon Linton and the well serve UWP team is credible for office, so you looking for name calling. It will not work. Put Dominica first

    • FORKIT
      January 30, 2017

      so u that is de answer since you know what the present and the future brings, idiot

    • Papa Dom
      January 30, 2017

      I will not give you a thumb down but will ask you how do you get someone other than Mr. Linton to take over? Are you going to drag someone to lead if that person is not willing to? So far I have not seen anybody else present them self, so stop your none sense and get with the programme.

  50. Piece of peace
    January 29, 2017

    It is soooo humorous how many Dominicans know so well the inner workings of US intelligence agencies… lol.

    Furthermore, are you people so conceited that you think that the US government is so invested in the governance of this little island state of Dominica? I mean every thing here is about Homeland security this, FBI that!! One would swear that because so many of you live in the US that Dominica has become an American state or dependency….

    Please give it a rest already…. whatever Skerrit has coming, will come!!! but wishing it everyday doesn’t make it a cause for concern of the US government… it’s really just your egos!

    • Me
      January 30, 2017

      Another ostrich!!!

    • viewsexpressed
      January 30, 2017

      We want Skerrit and cronies of corrupt Labour government out….Do you understand that.??

  51. Silver fox
    January 29, 2017

    Here goes the Hyenas all loud mouths and brainless, the Lions would do all the hard work then the scavengers would try to muscle in to take the lion share ,I’m talking about the most nasty gutter black hart people of Dominica Workers Party ,and some supporters in the USA working 15hrs a day years gone by still cannot afford a roof over their heads then gives Dominica maypee saying how bad it is, I have a message to all of you Socall Workers Party and haters Mr Skerrit +his administration doing a good job for us real Dominicans, we will support him to hell and back no matter wot ,Mr Tony Astaphan thank you keep the hard work going kick them suckers where the sun never shines.

    • Me
      January 30, 2017

      O.K. Support him to hell, no problem, nobody is stopping you and Dr. Mephisto Skerrit.

  52. January 29, 2017

    When will that Punjab PhD get it through his thick skull that the only persons destroying Dominicans good name is he and his RECALCITRANT administration; it’s like a person committing murder and because you speak about it then you are the one who is guilty of the crime. Did this guy really teach at the State College? Wowwwwww! I just get this stinking feeling that if these guys get access to the Mexican drug lord El Chapo Guzman they will sell him a Diplomatic passport.

  53. Concern Dominican
    January 29, 2017

    That skerrit boy, just continue to insult our intelligence; but if you are associated with crooks, fraudsters, scam/con artist, how the hell you expect not to be investigated? You aren’t so smart as you make your followers think you are.

  54. Truth Be Told
    January 29, 2017

    A simple Google search of ‘Dominica diplomatic passport corruption’ and the number of foreign news agencies that come up is mind blowing – I guess is Lennox Linton fault! How many of your appointed diplomats have been arrested or under investigations? Too many Mr PM! And whose fault is that, Lennox Linton! Mr PM you are damaging the international reputation of the Commonwealth of Dominica. You Mr PM are the biggest treasonous threat to the Commonwealth of Dominica right now! You like to use that word “treason” like the little boy who cried wolf, but I hope when “treason” catches up with you, I hope that you will come to understand the true meaning of that word! We are watching you! Citizens watch!

  55. Da Calling
    January 29, 2017

    Is there some thing in place where Dominicans can come together to demand the immediate resignation of a P.M?
    Pease help me do the research and let us invoke this constitutional law with immediate effect.

  56. Massacre
    January 29, 2017

    Skerro, I want you to address to the issue at hand and not divert to attacking the opposition and anyone who speaks out against you. The evidence is clear.
    Tell us what your relationship with this Iranian man was?
    Tell us how he came about possessing a Dominican passport?
    Tell us if you legitimately thought this man was of good character in being? Or if you knew he was a criminal on the run from international law?
    Tel us how much money that man spend to have Dominican access?
    Tell us how much money he has left in Dominica?
    These are the questions , concerned Dominicans and the American Authorities will ask you once the time is right for the picking.
    I am ashamed to have you as my prime minister even representing me all over the world. But the news of your corrupt practice and criminal association with people like this man is all over the word and as such you have no credibility with international figures . Your time is short I advise you to leave office now.

  57. Looking in
    January 29, 2017

    Every time this man gets caught with his pants down, he tries to blame someone else. SMFH!!

  58. Tj
    January 29, 2017

    Mr. Skirt if it rains in DA you will blame Linton. Tell me who assured you that you were not a person of interest in that Manfaered matter?

  59. Not me allu fooling
    January 29, 2017

    What we want to know is what Mr was doing with our passport? did you do a background check? What benefit was he to Dominica holding our passport? and most importantly what exactly did you do with the money? Until u cant answer those questions doe come back Dominica… I THANK YOU!!!

  60. ye yep
    January 29, 2017

    What is this guy doing giving a speech one o’clock in the morning Greece time? And why is this guy wasting our tax payers money to travel the world doing his nonsense? At US$400 a night, do you know how many pit toilets could have been eradicated?

  61. CRIME STOPPERS
    January 29, 2017
  62. CRIME STOPPERS
    January 29, 2017

    all that millions allu playing with and yet we have to take a salary freeze. I not in that this time, demonstration

  63. track eem dong
    January 29, 2017

    The heat is on – Heat me wid news-ic :lol: :lol: Looking for shelter, bro??? I guess you didn’t see it coming; Or, maybe you are jus a fuuuullll. :twisted:

  64. FORKIT
    January 29, 2017

    THAT FBI AGENT SKERRIT NOT EASY EH

  65. f b i cia new scotland yard intapoll watch
    January 29, 2017

    skerritt your photo is all over the internet CUTTING that cake all the men with you in that photo has been jailed arrested by the F B I so that tell me you must be under investigation

  66. viewsexpressed
    January 29, 2017

    Skerrit answer this question from Perfect Idiot….Go one Answwer:

    :“I have been assured that I am in no way considered a person of interest or relevance to the sanction evasion case nor any case in Iran against Mr. Monfared” But Mr PM if you have NOT been approached and your assistance was not sought, then how were you assured that you are not considered a person of interest? Were you troubled and asked if you were a person of interest? Did they call you somehow and assured you that u were NOT a person of interest? I mean why would someone call you to tell you that you are not a person of interest! Does that make sense pm? Even Simeon is confused

    • Gary
      January 30, 2017

      It looks like ignorance is contagious. Read my reply to
      Perfect Idiot, so long for you understanding.

  67. viewsexpressed
    January 29, 2017

    Skerrit, do you & your cronies remember the Bin Bobol and Fertilizer Bobol? You & your cronies denied it into kingdom come and that it was a ploy by UWP. However, as Hon Linton produced the evidence one by one your legal cronies admitted the transaction took place and there was also some mistake made. You all over priced the bins from the USA apparently the public felt that it was for some people in high office 9U will now0 to make a profit out of states funds. Then you all came up with lie, that “it was a mistake”. MG, you guys are good n gerrymandering.
    Skerrit last night on your so called rushed media appearance, you looked sick and dumfounded and we do not rust you, n matter how any screen presentations you make up.
    You and cronies are taking us Dominicans for a ride, but every rope has an end and your tie will come for us and the system to investigate your corruption of public funds. We are asking for an audit.
    Your tenure as PM is fast running out. We ant you out…

  68. %
    January 29, 2017

    As an ordinary citizen of CARICOM,I shall write to them about this passport selling in Dominica to so many crooks,gangsters and criminals,and its soon to be negative impact upon its citizens when they travel outside of the CARICOM area…Honourable Linton cannot do it all by himself…CBS as is in Dominica is a scam,that benefits only a few,but the majority are catching hell,because we do not have an economy on island..Please don’t tell me about HONOURABLE LENNOX LINTON…As far as the record shows,he is NOT a passport agent..I am so ready to protest against this disrespect and scampishment we have as TOP leadership in Dominica..Man everytime you shamelesy talk you resurrect my despise for your leadership!

  69. WeNiceMan
    January 29, 2017

    Honestly whether the Prime Minister is guilty of conspiracy or not he should resign. That”s the honorable thing to do. If he loves his country , as he claims he does, he should.

    Even if he is not guilty of a crime the least he is guilty of is gross neglegience and incompetence. Because it keeps happening over and over and over. How many foreigners must be issued with our diplomatic passports and end up being crooks before something is done.

    Roosevelt Skerrit has done a lot for our country. But in the context of the pharase ” The Gift and The Curse” he is now much more of “The Curse. ”

    It’s time to move on. And the Prime Minister have only himself to blame. Arguably he is probably the most charismatic and powerful Dominican politician of my lifetime. But as with most powrfu politicians , arrogance and invisibiility has apparently set in.

    Right now I envision the Prime Minister’s swan somg being “Viva La Vida” by Coldplay.

  70. Mr Red
    January 29, 2017

    My government is firmly resolved to remain focused on improving the lives of the people and creating opportunities for growth and development,” he said. (Mr Skerite you have been in office for 17 years now, and you have not done anything to improve the lives of the people of Dominica!)

    Skerite said ” All of the productive sectors are contributing and are being built back home but we cannot and must not destroy what we have now in the hope of finding something better down the road.” ( What productive sector are you talking bout? Dominica is a unproductive country. Destroy what? Skerite you have already damaged the fabric of this society and the all the institution of state)
    Skerite said ” I have no information that would be of any relevance to this matter.” (Mr

    Skerite are you sane? You sit there and tell the people of Dominica that you have no information that would be of relevance to this matter? Skerite who issued this …….. the diplomatic passport?

  71. dissident
    January 29, 2017

    Whereas you published photo of you and your bogus Iranian Dominican diplomat cutting deals. …you failed to present proof and evidence of a link between the author of the blog and Linton far less UWP.
    You present no evidence at all.
    Are you now admitting Linton is miles ahead of a political novice?

    You sound afraid. We know you not scared of Linton.
    If you could even pretend to care about and treat all communities equally you could win some sympathy and rob some support.

    Unfortunately you only see yourself as Labor Prime Minister and not even laborite can hold you to account.

    It’s just a matter of time.
    You still need we the people to teach you a lesson about responsibility and worthiness.
    Only we De common poor man that can give you legitimacy.
    Where all your king friends. ….none of Dem can save your butt.
    SO YOU COME CRYING TO US!
    Skerrit go to hell! !!!!!!

  72. LifeandDeath
    January 29, 2017

    Don’t wait on Skerrit to admit any wrong doing Dominicans..He’s out of his mind with pride and pompousness..He will go down before he comes clean with Dominicans. But all the signs are there vivid for all to see..so what will Dominicans do!!?

  73. Ask Pastor Bobbles
    January 29, 2017

    Here is another piece of confusion where Skerrit seems to be day-pa-laying:
    He noted that if any information is requested from him, he would be willing to assist. Here u saying you would be willing to give information if requested, yet, in the same breath you saying u would have no information. “However, I have no information that would be of any relevance to this matter.” PM u think the feds are laborites especially us from Portsmouth?
    PM, you forgot the my Dominicatradehouse house that Angello told us about man and how u later told us that the same fugitive was just trying to help Dominica and paid his own staff man? Who he had working for him and how much were they paid?

  74. FORKIT
    January 29, 2017

    dominicans do a little research… the man behind the claims that dominica leader and lawyers are in hot water is not only a writer/lawyer but once a lawyer for those corrupt criminals and politicians as well…

    http://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/moslive/article-2162657/Ken-Rijock-Limos-Learjets-bundles-cash–meet-Mobs-money-launderer.html

  75. Pure Possie
    January 29, 2017

    Every I try to cover my PM and give the opposition blows either Skerrit, Reggie, Tony, Vince, Sam, Nassief, or one of the top boys of the DLP coming with something to make me ask questions.
    “I have not been approached nor have my assistance been sought in any of the matters referred to in this article,” he stated. “I have been assured that I am in no way considered a person of interest or relevance to the sanction evasion case nor any case in Iran against Mr. Monfared.” PM, if u have not been approached by any who then told you that u not a person of interest? Did u call them to ask if u are of interest? If so are you not implicating yourself? I mean if I know I didn’t burn anyone’s house and no Police questioned me, y go to the station with my lawyer to say I didn’t do it? Wouldn’t that be suspicious? Now DNO, did Skerrit ever say his address was from Greece? If not how u so sure he was there even government say he was there? People are questioning his trip so let him clear…

  76. Marcus Hill
    January 29, 2017

    Skerrit couldn’t wait to return home to address the nation. He had to address the country, like a man on the run, from his hotel bedroom, through Skype! Well something happening!!

  77. latitude e5550
    January 29, 2017

    pm am will continue to support you and the labour party.and for all those who do not read.the pm has diplomatic immunity which means that even if investigated he cannot be arrested.

    • Shaka Zulu
      January 29, 2017

      Jthat is why he spent so much on a by election. The thoughts of loosing that privilege keeps him up at night cause he knows it’s jail.

  78. FORKIT
    January 29, 2017

    skerrit, u and lennox lawerence were on allu personal trip to greece, so why the lies about all those meetings… boss you doh care about the people you were sworn in to protect and make life better for, all you care about is money… evil man

    http://thedominican.net/2017/01/oil-tankers-carrying-dominica-flag.html

  79. Mr. Monfared had Served Time in Iran
    January 29, 2017

    The Iran newspaper, Satan, report: http://saten.ir/126746/آنچه-از-علیرضا-زیبا-منفرد-نمی-دانید؛-از/

    \”Alireza Alireza Zibahalat Monfared Born on: 20 November Tehran. At 20 years of age he was married and living in a rented house in downtown Tehran. He worked as a government driver for some time but went to to create one of the largest bodybuilding gyms in Tehran. He got into trouble with his creditors and AS A RESULT WAS SENT TO PRISON FOR THIS. After release, from jail, he went on to buy and sell cars which he was very good at.

    At the age of 30, he moved to Malyasia..\”

    MR. SKERRIT, WHY ARE WE GIVING DIPLOMATIC PASSPORTS TO PEOPLE WHO HAVE SERVED PRISON SENTENCES TO DO WITH MONEY IRREGULARITIES!!!

    WHY, FOR HEAVEN\’S SAKE!!!

  80. Kincaid Mawish, JD
    January 29, 2017

    Sadly, Dr. Skerrit, at least from a technical perspective, is a ‘person of interest’ in the continuing investigation into the alleged criminal activities of Dr. Monfarad.

    That is because, according to Iran newspaper reports, the said Monfarad had served time in jail prior to him being given diplomatic status by Dr. Skerrit and his team.

    All this cannot bode well for Dr. Skerrit as it is conclusive proof that the DD procedures for the CBI program are at best inadequate and at worst, colluding of the criminal intent of CBI passport holders.

    Dr. Skerrit must now consider his position, call a general election and voluntarily offer his assistance to Interpol and the Iran and US authorities who are no doubt investigating this sad chapter in Dominica’s CBI program.

  81. Dan is de man in de Van
    January 29, 2017

    Next step is to freeze all assets of the PM and everyone associated to him . Un explained over night wealth. On a PM salary in E C dollars can’t make you Mr and Mrs Macos over night. Get out of there. Dominicans deserve better. We deserve better… we were once an Inde’pendant people Hard working and respectful and happy all the time. Your administration have turned us into desperados. Unhappy miserable and dependant on u. One Man U. And this is because u want to remain in powere. U have destroyed all our once thriving industries . So we can come to u for our every need . U are not God scareit. Do the respectable thing although this is far fetched given your character, but consider this. Just RESIGN and take your peeps with you…..

  82. January 29, 2017

    Why the offensive Mr. Skerrit? If you know you have nothing to hide, you would not be so agitated. Even though you are not actively being investigated, I gaurantee US authorities have their eyes more closely on Dominica because of the Monafared affair

  83. offiCIAlly
    January 29, 2017

    Whappen Ske you kayay or what? Tell the blogger “…it is none of your damm business who I give diplomatic passport… :mrgreen: :mrgreen: go to hell..” If you cannot say that… :lol: :lol: kwapo smoke your pipe me breddah.. 8-O 8-O

  84. For the love of Dominica
    January 29, 2017

    PM Skerrit put the below words in your PIPE and SMOKE quickly, if not: You’ll be the fool laughing at your own calamity:

    John Holt – Time Is The Master

    Time is a-going, why not make yourself a plan
    And try to be someone
    Hold up your head so eyes can see you’re trying, son

    Time is the master
    But time can be disaster, if you don’t care
    You, young and gay
    You, old and grey
    Time is the master
    But time can be disaster, if you don’t care

    Time, time, time, time
    Time, time, time, time
    Time is the master
    But time can be disaster, if you don’t care
    Time, time, time, time
    Time is the master
    But time can be disaster, if you don’t care, oh,oh

    (..)

    Time is the master
    But time can be disaster, if you don’t care
    You, young and gay
    You, old and grey
    Time is the master

  85. Expat
    January 29, 2017

    Sorry to burst your bubble. Remember you guys said that Skeritt was being investigated because of his alleged association with La Seng and others. What happened with that? Some of you get frustrated when what you would have liked to happen to Skeritt does not materialize. If America does not tell anyone whether they are being investigated, why did they make it public knowledge that the FBI is being investigated? Why did they say the Russians were being investigated? Furthermore, if America is so secretive about their investigations, would they give such information to whoever published the article? I do not support everything that Skeritt does and also do not support a witch hunt. With the use of social media people can report fake news and can conspire with others using fictitious names and information.

  86. January 29, 2017

    It is sad to see that in 2017 we have a leader of a Country who believes that the ordinary Citizens are gullible, naive and stupid! Roosevelt Skerrit may be a “doctor” and a god to his blind and loyal support base but he is no genius to educated and right-thinking Dominicans. The fact is quite obvious that our Nation’s Prime Minister is in very serious trouble. Pointing fingers at others, casting blame and asking for condemnation of the plain truth is useless. Dominicans at home and abroad have watched for years as this Prime Minister continued to run the Country into the ground with failed economic policies and outrageous mismanagement of resources. We watched as this Prime Minister hijacked the democratic electoral process by using bribery and imported voters to claim two consecutive terms against the will of the actual majority. We watched as he polluted and corrupted all institutions of State politicizing and polarizing key positions. He MUST resign!!!!

  87. smh
    January 29, 2017

    Greedy greedy man. Learn to leave dirty money where it is. Youre just an embarrassment right about now. What you doing in Greece of all places begging? Greece need help but you there looking for help? So we be there nuh? Venezuela dry up now we turning of dried up Greece? What a shame.

  88. January 29, 2017

    This denial by Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit speaks volumes. It is actually funny to read these quotes from our Supreme Leader trying to deflect and place blame on the Opposition and others for an article written by someone who has no idea who Lennox Linton, Thompson Fountaine or Gabriel Christian are. Kenneth Rijock has worked closely with agents of United States Law Enforcement agencies for a number of years and quite logically would have a number of sources within these agencies. Thus, it is EXTREMELY credible at this point to believe that this is far beyond the realm of local politics and spells serious trouble for our Country’s Prime Minister. This lame denial and the inevitable spins from the likes of Anthony Astaphan and other DLP defenders changes nothing. Rest assured that we are now actually witnessing the fall of a rogue leader. This DLP Government is finished!

  89. January 29, 2017

    To those people, here, who are saying that the FBI does not inform people that they are investigating them; pray tell me why would they INFORM a MONEY LAUNDER–a criminal for the past 10 years, who should be in jail for his crime.

    I am disturbed to realize the filth that people can accept for whatever reason they do so; far more disturbed because it is a trait of some of people–Dominicans.

    You people need to take the advice of the Prime Minister “Stop this before it is too late” you all will not be able to stand against God’s wrath, who is the Mandate behind PM Skerrit–believe it or not!

  90. January 29, 2017

    “My government is firmly resolved to remain focused on improving the lives of the people and creating opportunities for growth and development,” he said. “Last week I visited several of the capital projects underway all over the country and I am very impressed with the pace of work.”

    Prime Minister Skerrit, your statement above is what you should remain focused on because of your love for your country and for her people, as we have appointed you and the men and women of your governing body to do so.

    Believe that you have Authority of the Divine, God Almighty Himself, your work is for His glory which is to show the power of His Love to the world

    I firmly believe that you are God’s anointed. He has appointed you to do His work for the sake of His God-fearing people in Dominica; so then the mind of the devil in the rest of them will not let it be, even they know they have no control against what God has initiated–that is the greatest fear.

    • January 29, 2017

      Remain strong and vigilant by your faith & trust in our God, Sir Prime Minister; keep in mind that He has planned the work you are doing, but for His glory. And until this work is done, no man on Earth who try to interfere, will surely be stricken down dead as a fly, or be blown off like smoke into thin air

      The devil is a coward; his demons have inherited that very trait of his; they are nothing but an annoyance to the minds of the people of God, but that is as far as they can go; for their time is limited. They will try to go into hiding when God is ready to execute His wrath against them, but there is no place to hide which He does not already know of it.

      I pray for your safety & your beautiful family, your Honorable Sir; keep in mind the Words of Christ Jesus: “My Grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in your weakness” I pray that you will dwell & trust in God’s guidance in all your walks. In Jesus name Amen !

      • What about your family, such as your son, and yourself are you praying for them!

        If you were praying for you family, you niece and others would not curse you out and insulted you on Face Book! What about your sister presently with her issue, have you brought to Canada to get her medical treatment, are you praying for her: Shouldn’t your beautiful family come first before Skerrit family!

        Charity begins at home. I did not go to church today: some woman told someone to tell me she is concerned about me; I told the messenger to tell her to be concern with her daughter and granddaughters living with her in the same house whom she treat as if they do not exists, she does not contribute a dime to the household, so if you are not concern about you flesh and blood why concern yourself about me?

        Its the same you are doing, crying for Skerrit while you are not concern about your family; thou hypocrite!

      • Tjebe Fort
        January 30, 2017

        Oh my God, that is really what Roosevelt Skerrit needs right now, unwavering support from the religious zealots? Boy you ‘d better make peace with your Maker. you have enough money and assets to retire comfortably, no so?

      • viewsexpressed
        January 30, 2017

        YOu are in denial….go to bed and wake up in the land of justice and fair play and the abuse of our country by this inept Pm and his corrupt Labour government

  91. Wil
    January 29, 2017

    Mr. PM does the US inform you when they are investigating you? I will never take that coming from you. Time will tell, but I will not take your word for it.

    We want to know about the diplomat and what he was doing in Dominica up to September last year. We want to know why you cancelled his passport in less than a year, and why he stayed in Dominica. That’s why i am interested it. We are suppose to be a democratic country- you have a responsibility to tell us the details on this matter.

    • January 29, 2017

      @Wil January 29, 2017

      Did they inform the evil fool who posted that news? How foolish a question; but what is expected from a stupid fellow, of which there is much too many among my Dominicans–Lord have mercy!

    • Real
      January 29, 2017

      If all u so claim they r investigating him. How can he not know stupesss. It seems opposition have more pull string…no sense

    • KID ON THE BLOCK
      January 29, 2017

      @ Wil, You sound so silly and stupid. If the PM doesn’t know he is under investigation by the US, how the HELL YOU UWPites clowns know?

    • Gary
      January 29, 2017

      Do you know how silly you are. When you say quote “Mr. PM does the US inform you when they are investigating you” well you will not take his word but will believe the nonsense you read regarding he is being investigated by US, why didn’t you ask, did the US furnish information. Why don’t you ask Linton about the diplomat and what he was doing in Dominica up to September last year, he said that he had sources. in Havana as to why Alireza Zabahalat Monfared was in Dominica. If you say that your are interested in finding the truth it does not reflect in your comment, it is what you don’t see you’re interested in.

      • Failed state
        January 29, 2017

        Are you for REAL :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: So Lennox made that up.. :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: Its people like you that have contributed to the demise of the PM. :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: With friends like you he does not need enemies :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:

  92. January 29, 2017

    Whenever your back is against the wall you come out speaking nonsense well it’s to late we Dominicans had enough our eyes are open and we are a real country Mr.Skerrit and we want our Island back, I think of what you had said about UWP ( Edison James) and corruption and you never came up with anything and you ask us to vote them out we believed you. Now it’s all over for you and it’s time to go because we cannot afford you or your administration any longer because we can see the corruption. And it would be good if you stop trying to convince Dominicans that we are not under the wirer because that’s not true and it’s all because of you and your other sale agents. You have disrespect us much to long, and this is not about the Opposition or DLP parties any longer, it’s all about DOMINICA and we cannot sit back and see her drag down any more. This administration have to go . We have been embarrassed and humiliated in the out side world enough is enough .

    • January 29, 2017

      Cencor January 29, 2017

      Speak for yourself, or refer to who your “we” let the rest of us express our opinion–not everyone of us Dominicans belong in the “we” that you are speaking of

      • Yes; but, Cencor got almost a hundred thumbs up in less than a day, 98 as of mow I read the person. You had one thumbs down I gave you number 2.

        Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahhahahahaha!

        If you tally all the thumbs up you got in the last five years they will not amount to a hundred oui!

  93. AA
    January 29, 2017

    you aint say s*** whenbthr story on your diplomat comebout but you reply Quick on that one. Make Dominica great again. Get Out

  94. concerned citizen
    January 28, 2017

    Continuation…

    5) in light of this why only share your disassociation with the individual after allegations surface? it would show the apt and efficient operations of the CBI at work if were told the government spotted the irregularities and acted accordingly, instead, it is shrouded in secrecy.
    6)in reference to number 5 does that mean we are at a need to know basis where this is concerned and if so why is that? explain.
    Simple questions from a simple Dominican Citizen.

    • John Paul
      January 29, 2017

      I sell You a Diplomatic Passport and when You get arrested I disassociate myself with You . I not only look good but I get to keep your money while You go to jail ! You just got thrown under the Bus ! Buyers of Diplomatic passports beware!
      Now I said nothing about the CBI program Ha Ha!

  95. January 28, 2017

    Time will tell my friend. You sure won’t be able to deny it when you’re in custody. Your rope is beginning to get shorter.

  96. concerned citizen
    January 28, 2017

    Recycled speech no different from what the lawyer uttered. An informative session with your citizenry about the CBI program and important information is the next step. Government of Dominica
    Please relate to us:
    1)What are the criteria under which an individual can be issued a diplomatic passport?
    2) A comprehensive list of organizations and/individuals who aid in the sale of our passports? (if this information cannot be divulged to us tell us why, and explain the legal implications in that regard)
    3)How many of these special interests individuals are in possession of our diplomatic passports? (if this information cannot be divulged to us tell us why, and explain the legal implications in that regard)
    4)Granted that the government isn’t psychic and cannot tell the future, why the consecutive instances of damage control where special interests persons who have our diplomatic passports had to be reviewed and have their passports revoked, right before allegations of criminal…

  97. Roosevelt, you had better be quiet, okay!

    The FBI does not usually inform people that they are being investigated; however when they have enough evidence to effect a conviction, that is when they pounce and make their arrest! In America one could be under investigation for years and not know it.

    Somebody reported me to Fair Housing, and said I discriminate against people with children, which was a lie, for more than two years, I was investigated, until when they were convince it was only lie told by a disgruntled tenant, I got a letter in the mail informing me that the investigated me found nothing as was reported. Mind you people would call and ask me all sorts of questions. Lucky I am truthful man, they got no lie from me.

    I wrote this before, I have a friend: he was a Major in the military, he fought in Iraq, and return rich with millions of Dollars; he was not the only; but to cut it short, he was investigated for more than five years before dozens of FBI Agents showed up…

    • Finally:

      I wrote this before; I have a friend: he was a Major in the military, he fought in Iraq, and return rich with millions of Dollars; he was not the only one; but to cut it short, he was investigated for more than five years before dozens of FBI Agents showed up at his home one monitoring to arrested him and his wife, he was not at home, he surrender himself later, and for his cooperation, by giving back some of the money he had not spent, he got less than five years in jail. While this was going on I found out my phone was bugged, being monitored, all of us who are his friends phones were tapped, hoping he would talk to us about his business so that they could get evidence.

      So watch Skerrit; you might be under investigation by INTERPOL, New Scotland Yard, and the FBI, and you will not know about it until the day of your arrest!

    • Real
      January 29, 2017

      SO HOW ALL U UWP KNOW?????? Troublemakers

      • Anonymous
        January 30, 2017

        To save my country I don’t mind being a troublemaker. Remember 1979, if not go and ask President Savarin, who knows all about that.

      • Me
        January 31, 2017

        Because they are smarter than your lot!

  98. Look It
    January 28, 2017

    Skerrit your beautiful wife telling Dominicans to stand in solidarity with you…. but PA MWEH…. while I cannot pay my mortgage for my little 2 bedroom house I try to build, saying my teaching salary might increase I bounce up with her wear pure brand name clothes, your children in brand from head to toe and her Gucci loafers could pay my mortgage for 3 months. Life sweet for allu with all the Diplomatic passports allu selling while I teaching to get what allu would call pocket change.

    Allu happy eh and I there struggling … all you doing is build road and give out money in your red clinic while the country going down with nothing to export but our passports and not even the money from that we seeing. I cannot eat road and I’m not going to beg for your help in your red clinic .

    • They have passport money hidden out of Dominica, and I even hear about a house in Manhattan, one of the worlds most expensive place to live! While they are drinking the blood of the people, she come to you talking fart to help elect Skerrit, only to screw up your life for another five years!

      Meanwhile they already have their escape route planed to flee from Dominica when the economy collapsed. That is the reason why their children are born in America. She is a citizen of the United States, if she is; Skerrit must have a green card obtained through her. Children are native born they run easy leaving you and the rest of Dominica holding the short end of the stick!

  99. KID ON THE BLOCK
    January 28, 2017

    No matter what the HATERS may say and do, PM we stand with you. We are in the majority and we have your back, THEY CAN’T DO one s*** with you. We waiting for their BOOTS on the ground and THEY shall see who will remain bare footed.

    • January 29, 2017

      And you say you Catholic and Christian weee Truth, Facts Miss Canada
      WICKED SOUL all you day MUST COME.
      I want to see you all fight with God when Skerritt FALl
      You all think he is A GOD and he will rule Dominica forever?
      99days for the thieves one day for the police
      You are such a hypocrite writing under soo many different names
      And you want to tell people how to get to Heaven? Woman PLEASE

    • Me
      January 29, 2017

      Too late kid. He thought he was untouchable and could dump on us but he is a fallible human after all.

    • Ceci
      January 29, 2017

      But but but the pm followers blind, death and stupid! DOMINICA association of LIMITED thinking PEOPLE. DLP.

    • Jon Jones
      January 29, 2017

      Kid on the block,
      You really do come across as a kid. Does your last sentence makes sense to anyone but you? Spend more time in school and less on the block.

    • FORKIT
      January 29, 2017

      boy grow a brain of yours… idiot

    • viewsexpressed
      January 29, 2017

      The same thing Judas said to Jesus and Jesus proved that he was a traitor. Go n stand by him and be part of the corrupt practices and the dirty name that will stay with him after he departs office. he must go, time will tell.

    • Shameless
      January 29, 2017

      8) 8) 8) 8) 8) :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: :twisted:
      Let the games begin! You too will have questions to answer and there is a special holding cell set up for you @ HQ with Skerro’ pic in there so so can continue to kiss his behind while serving your sentence. The time is drawing neigh my friends so fear no more :twisted: :twisted:

      Assertive and ready to be very aggressive!??

    • Da
      January 29, 2017

      Ignorance like yours that have Dominican in the critical position we are seeing it in today. It’s little Kids like you who Skerro go to giving you all $500 to not pay attention to the real issues affecting the nation. But the majority of Dominicans are enlightened toady and will not stop until Skerritt and his corrupt team leaves office.

    • Madam- la aussi
      January 29, 2017

      we understand you very well. A third (1/3) of the angel sided with Satan and choice him over a loving God. They choose to go hell instead of Heaven -so we understand you. .The Devil has his people too. We understand

    • Danziger
      January 29, 2017

      Amen and amen KID ON THE BLOCK. Foward we go with LABOUR ALL THE WAY.

      • Anonymous
        January 30, 2017

        You and the Kid sound like those people who deny the holocaust never happened.
        Well some people are incorrigible, just like Skerrit. Good luck to you all.There is no cure for you.

  100. Doc. Love
    January 28, 2017

    The Prime Minister must understand all the problems facing the country in terms of the CBI are brought about by his bad judgement. If their was due diligence done on the crooks and vagabons and later found out to be criminals, the fact still remains, Dominica’s name is tarnished, therefore, he can say whatever he wants about Mr. Linton, he is not the one who has been arresting Skeritt’s fake ambassadors. Skeritt appears to agree that Mr. Linton is a very powerful man. Because he told Dominicans the CBS sixty minutes interview was influenced by Linton. The European Colonizers were controlled by Linton. Mas In the Cemetery, a blog from the United Kingdom works with Linton to destabilize his Government. Now with have a new kid on the block ,Kenneth Rigock a writer on the internet blob, is an ally of Linton. I would not be surprised when Skeritt returns from Greece, he will tell Dominicans that Linton had conspired with the Queen to fire the Baroness.

  101. Jen
    January 28, 2017

    I used to support you and now I want you gone!!!!!!

  102. Jen
    January 28, 2017

    ….sir … I hope you are arrested!

    • January 29, 2017

      @Jen January 28, 2017 “I used to support you and now I want you gone!!!!!!….sir … I hope you are arrested!”

      It pisses me off when I read those statement like yours. You had better keep that yourself; you have only impressed the hypocrite like you; who do you think you are with your “I” command; what kind of stupidity is that!

      Also I am sure that PM Skerrit will not miss your “deceitful” support, he has the majority in his favor, as God has made it to be.

      • Concerned
        January 30, 2017

        I swore President Trump said Hilary needs to be arrested and quess what he became the president . lol

    • Marcus Hill
      January 29, 2017

      And Very soon too!

    • %
      January 29, 2017

      Just exhibit patience!! I want them too,even more than you..He knows that he is cornered!TRUST ME!!

  103. January 28, 2017

    why did’nt you address the panama papers ? the only one i believe that can confirm or deny that you are under investigation are the united states authorities .

  104. kinta
    January 28, 2017

    Those prophets of gloom and doom will soon meet their fate.

    • Jon Jones
      January 29, 2017

      Too vague an answer to have any relevance here. Say what you mean and stop trying to come across as sinister and scary – you might make a better comedian.

  105. ticarat
    January 28, 2017

    Why are there publication for so many jobs at the ministry with the exception of diplomatic posts. Please tell us one thing that Alison, this Iranian and the others who were holders of our diplomatic passports, who have been embroiled in corruption, held up at airports or poisoned. PLEASE TELL ME ONE THING THEY HAVE ACHIEVED THAT SO MANY OF OUR PEOPLE COULDN’T HAVE ACHIEVED. The obvious is obvious. You guys are making Dominicans cry behind closed doors because they are afraid to do do in the open, afraid if victimization.
    Shame on you!!!

  106. Push On
    January 28, 2017

    Oh so is UWP and Lennox that sold the passport to the man and have Dominica in all international newspapers…. thanks for clearing that up for us Dominicans! Them men really destroying DA name globally selling Diplomatic Passports and regular passport without conducting due diligence, is they that had that internationally wanted criminal as their personal guest for Carnival 2016 sitting in VIP with them! Is one of them that hv this criminal’s Xtrial in their when they help smuggle him out of DA ….. boy boy boy Lennox and UWP you all not running the country but allu man doing things!!!!

    All Labourites I hope allu not so stupid to swallow that pile of **** skerrit feeding allu… that deflect technique Skerrit using eh….

  107. Well well well
    January 28, 2017

    Horse manure! Erika destroyed 90% of our GDP… even before Erika our GDP was the at the lowest in the region. Stop fooling DA people!!!!! You need needed to address the fact you sold a Diplomatic Passport to a man who was being hunted by interpol since before 2015…why you all had this fake cancelled passport being circulated when the man was caught with this passport! How did you all get a hold of it to stamp it cancelled. When my passport was cancelled it was given back to me, so how come you all got hold of his so called cancelled passport. Honestly nothing you guys say add up! It’s really a cover up! And this man knows exactly what his talking about….if you read the international treaty what you all did by issuing him a diplomatic passport and plus haboured him for how many months helping stay hidden from interpol then u did what this man said u did!

    • Jon Jones
      January 29, 2017

      Why didnt they show us any of the other passports they allegedly revoked? Most likely because the recipients have paid good money for them and that must have come with assurances and guarantees.
      So if someone paid good money for something with the expectation of a 10 year travel window but barely get five, then our passport hucksters might well find a few former clients unhappy with the service and seeking a refund. Maybe some really dubious people will surface then to recover their losses from our passport hucksters.

    • Gary
      January 29, 2017

      If anyone is peddling Horse manure it’s you.Do you really take time to think of the nonsense you have written,find comfort in ignorance.

  108. Concerned
    January 28, 2017

    Where there\’s smoke………

    http://www.caribbeannewsnow.com/topstory-Commentary%3A-From-Rags-to-Riches%3F-In-search-of-Roosevelt-Skerrit\’s-millions-28852.html

    Any fool can see he obviously is earning greatly more money than his position pays.

  109. Lover of Waitikubuli
    January 28, 2017

    This man is committing reverse psychological warfare on the people. He is running scared. Its time for ALL Dominicans, regardless of the political affiliations to RISE up, and evict him from government.
    #enoughisenough

  110. My little take
    January 28, 2017

    “The article was written by Kenneth Rijock, a banking lawyer who for ten years became a career money launderer and who eventually became a compliance officer specializing in Enhanced Due Diligence, and a Financial Crime Consultant.”

    OK Mr. Skerrit, since we know who wrote the article, why not attack him with lawsuits. Kenneth Rijock, is not the opposition, not Linton, not Thompson, and is not Dr. Christian. Man go after him with you two attorneys and make him pay for his tongue because what he wrote about is very convincing and at the same time vey damaging to you as Prime Minister, and the country of Dominica. I dare you to sue him!

    • Jon Jones
      January 29, 2017

      By now we have all realised that Skerritt, Astaphan and their band of crooks are just a bunch of bullies and cowards. The sad part is that they have been used to pulling off their scaring & bullying tactics in the small pond they control called Dominica.
      It didnt matter for a while because they thought the outside world took no notice and local opposition could be ignored. However, this is no longer the case and their responses are knee jerk reactions to events no longer within their control. Why else would they refuse to approach the CBS to refute the CBI allegations? The truth is that they know they would be exposed publicly or for fear that even more damaging information is yet to come.

      The saying is that the people get the government they deserve, therefore the only reason that holds the current administration in place is the collective passivity which I pray is rapidly evaporating.

      and fooling a sizeable amount of the electorate

  111. hamma mout
    January 28, 2017

    A lie? Mr. Skeritt report Lennox to US
    home land security. I sure you cannot do it.

    • Anonymous
      January 30, 2017

      Bravo, Skerrit had the opportunity to address CBS 60 minutes program but he declined. Lennox Linton was frank enough to do that. So who speaks the truth and who is the winner?

  112. PERFECT IDIOT
    January 28, 2017

    Dear PM Skerrit, my name is Perfect Idiot and for my name sake I would like you to clarify something here, because I am a perfect Idiot and have no understanding. Here is what you said I need help with: “For the record, I have not been approached nor have my assistance been sought in any of the matter referred to in this article,” OK, I understand this part. But here is what that killing me:“I have been assured that I am in no way considered a person of interest or relevance to the sanction evasion case nor any case in Iran against Mr. Monfared” But Mr PM if you have NOT been approached and your assistance was not sought, then how were you assured that you are not considered a person of interest? Were you troubled and asked if you were a person of interest? Did they call you somehow and assured you that u were NOT a person of interest? I mean why would someone call you to tell you that you are not a person of interest! Does that make sense pm? Even Simeon is confused

    • January 29, 2017

      PERFECT IDIOT January 28, 2017

      You are really a “PERFECT IDIOT”! If you were accused of a certain situation; and even if you know that you are innocent, would you not want to know why your name is mentioned in that situation?

      So then who is the best person to find out, and to have assurance that your name is clean, if not you yourself? Why would you wait on someone else to do that for you?

      What is your stupidity here: “Did they call you somehow and assured you that u were NOT a person of interest?” But don’t answer me; for your answer will be from a “PERFECT IDIOT” which I will not accept.

      I really do pity people like you in Dominica!

    • Ceci
      January 29, 2017

      Perfect Idiot…lol You hit the nail on the head. Could’t have put it better myself. He musst have called to find out if is true… but why would he do that?

      On another note… to all the red till they dead people they not asking themselves a question? even if the article was false what is the name of a Prime minister doing embroiled in that kind of story?

    • FORKIT
      January 29, 2017

      so true, just like he said in a press conference that allison madueke is not under arrest and not been charged yet….
      but in fact she is under house arrest in a an embassy and the investigation have exposed over 200 corrupt leaders, the seizure of 153 million and estates she bought..

    • Poverty
      January 29, 2017

      Deep

    • Lies and the Lying Liars that tell them
      January 29, 2017

      Perfect Idiot you caught the Prime Mobster in the slips…and he was not too slippery or greasy to escape your withering wit. And I quote ” PM if you have NOT been approached and your assistance was not sought, then how were you assured that you are not considered a person of interest? Were you troubled and asked if you were a person of interest? ” Sir I commend your precise condemnation of the worst corruption stained leader and cabinet in our history. You have caught him! How the heavens can he know he is not a person of interest if he has not been approached. That is what the patois speakers call “daypalay”. Toute Dominiceh pa sit ou sav. Go ahead ….keep lying and carry the ship of state with you. We were warned. You hounded Rosie and Pierro for power ,..enjoy!

      • Gary
        January 30, 2017

        Why you guys don’t put your thinking cap on before make such nonsensical comment, it only shows how the level of your understanding has diminish after taking the blue pill.

    • smh!
      January 29, 2017

      :mrgreen:

    • Oh Yes
      January 29, 2017

      Perfect Idiot, brilliant questions!

    • Gary
      January 29, 2017

      Why would you describe your self as a perfect idiot, such sarcasm only shows you are imaginatively bankrupt.The passport issue regarding Alireza Zabahalat Monfared, and the case in the US regarding Babak Zanjani, and Reza Zarrab; Zarrabor for allegedly violating US sanctions on Iran are two different things, that case is cumming up in October 2017 in NY. Zabahalat Monfared has nothing to do with such case.
      Zabahalat Monfared was allegedly arrested and brought back to Iran to face trial of Iran’s biggest-ever corruption scandal, working alongside tycoon Babak Zanjani who was sentenced to death last year for pocketing $2.8 billion while helping the country bypass sanctions. When the PM said quote “I have not been approached nor have my assistance been sought in any of the matter referred to in this article”meaning the article written by Kenneth Rijock on the Babak Zanjani, and Reza Zarrab; Zarrabor case in the US

      To be continued

      • Gary
        January 29, 2017

        The PM has nothing to with such matter in the US. The PM does not know any of these two charged in US. Then The PM said quote “I have been assured that I am in no way considered a person of interest or relevance to the sanction evasion case nor any case in Iran against Mr. Monfared” note The PM is referring to the case in Iran of Alireza Zabahalat Monfared. Why can’t you see the difference between these two statements, so much for your silliness.

  113. %
    January 28, 2017

    Every time you find yourself in trouble its Lennox Linton?HONOURABLE Linton has not sold not ONE passport, Diplomatic or otherwise…They are being sold by those that you know well,and very well..It is shameful to see how this DLP’s mismanagement of Dominica is smearing the name of Dominica…I think it’s time for CARICOM to start treating you and this DLP as its enemy,because while these crooks and criminals get their passport from Dominica,, its a CARICOM passport,which means that people from all the Caricom states stand to lose…

    • Me
      January 30, 2017

      Gary, you notice how isolated you are? you are very persistent in your denials though, I give you that.

  114. Shameless
    January 28, 2017

    :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: Economic well being ? Does that exist in Dca?? ???

    You hear lie! Boy look lie! Sir, your time is up to pack up and go so bye bye bye. Pleaseeeee save Dca from yourself and the Cabal.

    Assertive and ready to be aggressive! :twisted: :twisted:

  115. JBaptiste
    January 28, 2017

    Of course he is being investigated. Mr. PM, investigators don’t need your input to investigate you . What they may be doing is gathering the necessary Intel. Soon you will be interrogated. Then you will know that you were being investigated. Just have patience bro. Nothing good happens fast.

  116. Tom
    January 28, 2017

    Time is the most important and silent weapon in this life.
    The clock is ticking and the count down is on so just wait for it.
    many more to come and that’s why the international enforcement started from the top first.
    bingo

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