The decision by the authorities to deny Jamaican dancehall artiste, Tommy Lee Sparta, entry into Dominica will be heading to the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ).
This is according to attorney Tehani Behanzin, who is representing the artiste locally.
“I have been in discussion with his managment team … they have already instructed lawyers in Jamaica to prepare a CCJ case for damages because the issue with Tommy Lee’s denial of entry into Dominica falls under the Treaty of Chaguaramas,” he told privately-owned Q95 on Monday morning. “Those provisions are decided and taken care of by the CCJ.”
The Treaty of Chaguaramas which established the Caribbean Community and Common Market, later known as CARICOM was signed on July 4, 1973 in Chaguaramas, Trinidad and Tobago.
Among its many components it acknowledges “the vital importance of land, air and maritime transportation for maintaining economic, social and cultural linkages…” among member states.
Dominica and Jamaica are members of CARICOM.
Behanzin added that there are “constitutional breaches” which will be filed in court today.
He said it appears the authorities are trying to deport the artiste from Dominica this afternoon.
“We will try to stop the deportation,” he said.
He noted that Tommy Lee was taken to the Marigot Police Station because the Melville Hall Airport has no place designated for those detained, to meet with attorneys.
The attorney stated that after Tommy Lee was taken into custody he was denied legal representation, which he said is wrong.
“Once you detain somebody you cannot deny them legal representation,” he noted. “What happen is that custom and immigration believe and feel once they hold you, then your constitutional rights all disappear. I keep impressing that upon them, you cannot deny somebody you have detained, legal representation.”
He also said the artiste was strip-searched in public.
No reasons have been given by the authorities for Tommy Lee’s denial of entry and detention, according to Behanzin.
Tommy Lee, who was set to perform in Portsmouth on Sunday night, was denied entry when his jet landed in Dominica on Sunday evening.
He was subsequently arrested after he and his entourage reportedly refused to return to their jet.
The religious fraternity here had expressed opposition to the concert saying the artiste’s music promotes violence and satanism.
Many Dominicans have taken to social media to condemn the action of the authorities.
WELL i am not in favour with devilish music, But putting the guy in jail isn’t call for, you could have house him in cheap hotel or put him back on his jet. You call yourself christains, christ would not treat him so, christ would have try and convert him. you all people should show compassion for a soul you think is lost. this man people said is the devil. you see him,you don’t see his heart. the world see the churches heart in Dominica. In life you don’t render evil for evil. if any one of you all more holy and don’t have sin hold the bible up.
you christians are not christ like and do not portray the image of god in any way . I DO NOT WANT TO BE LIKE YOU . the jesus i read about would welcome the avenue to get to speak to this man you never know if he could have had a change of heart here, now that opportunity is forever lost . the real judge will deal im pretty sure of that much . dumb mof…..
“All of ah sudden everybody turn pastor”
Hope you all deny you all Homofrobic allies who come and play the roll of youth leaders and destroy our boys and girls,like priest, pastors and etc
What r u doing? Are you living for God? People who are afraid of the truth usually tells u I’m not going to church because them pastor wicked n priest wicked. That’s a flimsy excuse, the Bible tells us there will be false prophets, so choose another church to go and worship Jehovah. Stop being a pot n telling the kettle that he bottom black. Get to know Jesus. God bless you, and God loves you, he is waiting on u.
Church and state should not mix. Religious leaders, leave politics alone.
Dominica suppose to be a democratic country and once again the government of this country has put us on the front burner .Tommy Lee went to Trinidad and he was allowed to have his show and the people took it upon themselves not to attend , But the bigger heads of this country had to make it look like they are doing something and things they should be giving attention like G.O.N Emanuel attempted murder ,they just sweep it under the carpet but dont worry change is coming .Where in the world a man getting bail for murder? Only in my country because of the lawlessness .The Justice system is bullshit and bias ,but time will tell.I am not into politics but i give right right and wrong wrong
So because other things r wrong, everything else should be wrong, where does the buck stop? God will deal with all who guilty of corruption. You stand by what is moral and correct in God eyes always. Praising them for protecting their people especially the youths who r more vulnerable, from the devil. Condemn them and hold them accountable for all wrong doings.
Jamaica is an international country recognised on the map.The world dow even know Dominica but they know and will respect Jamaica.That goat head government should know that Dominica not even internationally recognised.That goat head government only make things worst for us here with adding to the kind of bad reputation we already have.
secret society does not want people like tommy lee.only high class people that in that secret society.so he just fronting in them videos.grow up goat head government.
now everybody has the right to do what they think is best for their country and people, but we make such big fuss over unnecessary things. i personally saw on of his performance on youtube and find it was pure satanism but who are u or i to judge and condemn the man? isn’t that Gods job? u think God loves u more than he loves tommy, well flash news He loves him just as much. god loves all sinners but he hates our sins, big or small open or hidden sin is sin. Now my main point is…. by doing this would it stop the people the children or the youths from listening to his music? even if u banned his songs on airways u cant banned it from passing on tv, or from them going to the internet and downloading them. there will always be a way to reach his songs for those that enjoy them and the sad thing is, majority of the time is church ppl children that enjoys them most even the pastor child or children
I am appalled at your comment after the first line. First let me deal with the abuse of the scripture that states “Judge not, that ye be not judged”. God give us authority to judge but not judge with hate. It also means we should not throw bricks in glass houses. Why do u think he allow judges in court room? The govt have every legitimate right and Biblical right to judge if he should enter the country or not, and thank God they made the right decision in his sight.
And you r right about his equal love, but he listens only to those who turn away from their wicked ways n start obeying him. That’s the difference. And anyone who encourage a sinner to spread his sins, r as guilty as that sinner in the eyes of God, and will be judge by God in like manner.
And yes, it is a nice way to stop the children from listening through any medium. They r now being sensitize about what Tommy Lee represents, and that would lead to them stop listening to his music.
And don’t u underestimate the influential power of the devil. Cause once you r not cover with the blood of Jesus, then u r expose to be influence in smartest of ways.
I am tired of hearing people attacking the church members their family when they want to justify their sins. That’s how the devil keeps u away from God, by showing you all the false prophets that he placed for ur eyes to see. It is all written in the Bible.
It is ironic we are not hearing a statement form the Minister who is in charge of immigration.The Government needs to come clear regarding such matter.Why was the young man detained and made to experience such horrendous treatment upon entry into Dominica.Did immigration personnel acted on orders from The Government who bowed to pressure from the religious organizations or on their own authority without following the standard Protocol allowed to all visitors to the Country and if so they should be disciplined.I’m sure this is not The Dominica we want to portray to our friends in the region.It is not good if The Government stay silent on the matter.This incident clearly is a violation of someone rights under the The Treaty of Chaguaramas which established the Caribbean Community and Common Market.I hope The PM was not just giving lip service to such treaty.
If The young man was denied entry simply because of his music which was labeled offensive by the religious community that shows an attack on artistic freedom.If he was denied on a security threat then what is the evidence to support his detention and refusal for entering the Country.
We need to have an explanation from the Government regarding such matter.
There is always an attack on Music. The agents of the devil attacks Gospel n Hymns. We have all right to stop the devil in whatever form, in the mighty name of Jesus. God will bless the Govt for taking such a stand. May God bless Dominica.
The Bible says, Isaiah 5:20 Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter!. thumbs up for those who live for Jesus.
I am a Vincy and we had a similar issue with this artiste. I am just happy he was not allowed to perform. Again thumbs up to the believers in Christ who fear God and his wrath.
Thank you Vincy. I reside in Toronto. I have a good friend who resides here who is from St. Vincent, an extremely nice and sensible person. We have known each other for years. In fact, we once resided in another Province of Canada. This is where we first met and are friends ever since.
I will telephone her later.
Guess what? I am a Catholic and she is Anglican. We agree on those topics. She has asked me for Holy Water. I promised to give her some.
Why would the foolish Dominicans want this man to perform here? Why would they defend him and not their immigration authorities and the D/cans who stand up for them and oppose this man’s presence? As I have stated they lack godliness, common sense and good judgment.
Whatever our religious beliefs, there are times we must come together, unite and stand up for God, His teachings and morality. This is what the Holy Bible teaches us and as the Church teaches. In this case, we have much in common. God is pleased.
God bless you!
Kudos to believers in Godn in the mighty name of Jesus. I come against every satanic force and all who support satanic music, in the mighty name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
amen
NONSENSE… So because Jamaica and Dominica are members of CARICOM… if Jamaica decide to ship poopoo to Dominica we must take it? Nonsense, because my neighbor and I living on the same street when she making mapwi with her husband keeping children up and disturbing the peace I cant call police? Nonsense!
an artiste is an artiste … they have the right to travel and they have the right to express themselves…. now do not get me wrong ….his music is not to my liking but you can not stop someone listening who enjoys it.. now by denying him entry and making such a big thing out of it all it is just gaining him more popularity so really it is building up his fans….. this show must have been advertised for a while before the day so why no one had said anything about him coming there in the first place…… we all have the right to express ourselves there is no way u can stop this……… is the dominica government going to give the promoter his money back for the main act no been there and all his other expenses he has had to make that night happen… i do not think so
You cause me to call you a fool. Fool, God gave everyone a free mind and will. I have always said, it is that same free mind and will which will either save us or condemn us for all eternity.
They have a right to express themselves but not everywhere. I have a right to express myself but not everywhere and not if it offends others. Sensible people should know that.
You must know the difference between expressing oneself and what is being expressed about. This is one of the issues against this man. He has a bad reputation and evil one and every country should keep him out. He was already refused entry elsewhere. Dominica is not an exception.
Let him express his views in his country and in his home and keep it there. If Jamaicans love it, so be it but not to bring it out into the arena of other parts of the world. We also have the youths to teach and to preserve their innocence. Some of those so-called artistes are not doing that. They spew satanic and destructive words that others might follow and contaminatee the minds of the vulnerable and gullible. This is a downright mark against God Himself.
Look! I do not want to state anymore. If you do not comprehend this, you are a fool who also lack common sense and good judgment.
Do not come on this Website as some people and write garbage that no one can learn from. Our duty is to teach others, to enhance their knowledge both morally and spiritually and not make their intelligence recede and make some more stupid than they are.
If you want to go to Hell for teaching what is wrong, you will pay for it. In the meantime, we who know better must say and do better. This is why we are standing up, loud and clear against this man performing in Dominica.
Those, as the promoters who kept wanting him to perform, they are to be held accountable; not the government of Dominica unless the PM agreed to it and condoned it. We will hear more about it.
To say you don’t like his music but still support his right to spread his demons, is pure hypocritical. There is no in between, u r either for God or the Devil. God can not be fooled. Once you r not for God u r for the devil, and it doesn’t matter how nice you paint up. The word of god said by their fruits you shall know them. I pray that u find Christ sooner than later.
i hope wen countries start giving dominicans the same treatment no one wont cry foul. Thats a shame. I dont know him but if u knew he was coming to d country u could tell him that b4 allowing him to come then embarass him like that. He is human. All those that r casting stones , i hope u all r not sinners. small minded dominicans. full of crappppppy.
oh pleaz we in sxm dont turn dominicans back? OH DONT EVEN TALK ABOUT THE TRINI AND JAMAICANS SO Y DA CANT DO THE SAME SHAME ON U DOMINICANS
DNO are you denying readers the right as I to click on thumbs up or down? What is the problem with your system? This has occurred a few times. I think you need a new one, even in posting where they are booted out of your system more than once.
I have also noted that words are also changed when I am writing on your Website to cause errors which I did not write. This does not happen at any other time and on other Websites. I have written about this more than once in the past. I am wondering what type of system do you have?
You should know that you will receive many responses to such articles from also worldwide. Therefore, your system should be equipped accordingly to be able to accept them without also a slow-down of your system.
It depicts to me that you may be on the side of Tommy Lee. As a member of the Media, please do not take sides. This also includes political parties. Surely, you do not want to lose business?
I reside in a country, if it is suspected that the Media is taking sides and denying readers/ viewers their rights by practicing preferential treatment toward them, we have recourse to the Broadcasting Association to lodge a complaint. We have many rights here. This is why the majority of us continue to reside abroad. There are very little rights in Dominica. Dominica is in need of a few.
We also have expertise on certain matters better than some Dominicans who reside therein. I have noted the comments of some of them; a few may also reside abroad. This is for those who keep informed of what is transpiring in the countries they reside in, are willing to learn, have learnt and expanded their knowledge and are broadminded and fair. Therefore, we have much to contribute to Dominica and could help it, even at a distance.
Your system may need upgrading. A fundraising may be necessary for that.
I agree with you about the thumbs up. That thing have a problem. At first I thought it was my computer or internet service that had the problem but then I heard other people complaining about it
Land of lawlessness!! Welcome where murderes roam the streets, thieves run the country and democracy is coming to an end. welcome!!
This is the thing that people not getting here. i matters not weather you like the man music or not. i dont even care if he was worshiping the devil.The man is a citizen of a Caricom state and as such deserve the right and freedom that this citizenship provide.We are the same set of Dominican that was all over social media talking about Trinidad when they prevented some Jamaican from entering Trinidad. all the so called Christians that was bringing scripture after scripture. Now it happen here, you all in support. all this crap about his music and who he is irrelevant.the same way we want the freedom to move about the Caribbean and would not like it if this happened to us. we should be fear and expect to give that very same freedom to others.we need to stop being a bunch of hypocrites that only want freedom when its us that want it.As for the so called religious groups that feel vindicated that this happen.your the worse. You want the freedom to practice your faith and worship and praise however you want to but will deny others the freedom to do the very same thing you take for granted.
This honestly only brought to light what we already know.
SOME OF US IN THIS COUNTRY ARE JUST HYPOCRITES AND SMALL MINDED.
Free sparta
Who 2 Blame? Who can We blame?
THA man there have are life like Everyone
TOMMY LEE till we die, D/ca we 2 like 2 pretend
De Artisy doe his work if cap fit you .You?
I think Jesus would have dealt with this differently. He would have welcomed him and he would have communicated with him. This reminds me of the woman caught in adultery and the thief on the cross etc. The scribes and Pharisees were always eager to stone someone to death because of their actions. Jesus however extended a hand of love and forgiveness and instead of condemning Jesus used this as an opportunity to evangelize. As Christians we should do more to use these as opportunities to evangelize and not condemn. We are the ones who will be almost naked at carnival and reveling. We are the ones who forget our Christian values on carnival we the ones who drink get drunk and throw God outside during carnival time. Our actions should reflect Christ in all we do.
By the way, the last time I checked members of CARICUM countries were allowed to travel freely from one island to another. If the guy did not commit a crime for which he was wanted and he was never suspected of committing any crime in Dominica, I cannot understand why the airport police and immigration banned the man from entering. All of them involved should be fired because something is telling me that they got their advice from Skerrit because he knows the organizers are not supporting his style of leadership. This is not a spiritual matter as some church leaders are making us believe. It is a political thingy and skerrit is just using his players to do his service.
I don’t care what this man did or didn’t do…but the way the situation was handled was wrong.Our tourism industry is already at a down low and when this happens it will have serious implications regionally and internationally for Dominica.No one from the authorities has come out to say something to do some damage control…what a catastrophe!!!!
It was uwp supporter, in their zeal for power, who started questioning the church and religious organizations for keeping silent on a number of issues. Calypsoes were made condemning their silence. Now they have let their voice be heard and look at the disaster that this has led us to. That is why in the US there is a separation between church and state. I hope that this a lesson to all of us. In fact most DLP supporters I know do not like Tommy Lee’s music but realized that it was wrong to deny him entry into Dominica to perform his show for his supporters. In trying to be political we create one mess after another. I hope that this will be a lesson for some. Most of the uwp supporters will just be happy that the government will be sued. It fits right into their agenda. This is what happens when we try to mix church and state. Dominicans let this be a lesson. I hope the courts send a clear and strong message. I hope this folly is never repeated.
I HOPE allu detain those dominicans who coming to vote for one day next election
I have no interest in this guy but he is a member of CARICOM and the way that he is being treated is wrong. Imagine that all you have to do to be arrested is to go to another man’s country! Dominicans are scattered all over the globe. would anyone of us like to be treated likewise?. some of the same Religious community members that do not want him to keep the concert have been involved in scandal with their members that cost them their family that God established. Was there a protest?
He needs to sue the individuals, the institutions that they represent and by extension the The Commonwealth of Dominica. People’s rights have to be respected
Hypocrites!! Thats all Some folks are in DA . Let me and do but you do not do. What happen to the artist is disgraceful. Shame on Dominica and those who are responsible.
Hypocrites!! Thats all Some folks are in DA . Let me and do but you do not do. What happen to the artist is disgraceful. Shame on Dominica and those who are responsible.
only 4 weeks ago i read on this website that the priminister of Dominica was fully in favour off free movement of Caribbean national
But what I trying to understand right here in Dominica we have artist and bands who promotes violence and Immorality why don’t the religious leaders come out and speak out against it so the media can put a ban on them. Triple K making songs that degrading women everyday and nothing is being done. Their songs possessing the young ppl because any where that have a triple K jam it have a fight. So tell me why do we always cry on one and others get away scotch free? Hypocrites and I am a christian saying this. The biggest criminals are you Political leaders and Pastors. If you all were fighting for the good of the nation Dominica would not be in that state it is now. Look in the mirror and check yourselves. Heaven will have surprises stop judging ppl and start praying more if you want to see a difference. Stopping him from performing will not make a difference because guess what Dominica is already stained with injustice, crime, immorality and you never bothered to do anything only now when the water is up to our neck allu trying to do something! get real
Not supportive of his lyrics..However..
1)He wasnt warned before arriving on island
2)Denied entry without justifiable cause
3)Apprehended and taken into custody..
4)STRIPPED SEARCH in public
5)Denied access to legal representation
6)Taken into jail for 24 hrs..
7)Denied access to health care n food…
All this was done to prove WHAT…Thats how we showcase our tourism/entertainment product…While serious criminal get bail and free to commit more crime..this individual came to make an honest living…
Not supportive of his lyrics..However..
1)He wasnt warned before arriving on island
2)Denied entry without justifiable cause
3)Apprehended and taken into custody..
4)STRIPPED SEARCH in public
5)Denied access to legal representation
6)Taken into jail for 24 hrs..
7)Denied access to health care n food…
All this was done to prove WHAT…Thats how we showcase our tourism/entairtainment product…While serious criminal get bail and free to commit more crime..this individual came to make an honest living…
See these are the negatives that follow when we are quick to jump and sign treatises and declarations, just look how Skero wrote to Britain asking to sever ties with Privy Council without proper consultation with the people of he nation. Classic example.
Get ready for another decline in church membership in Dominica. This is history repeating – Rastafari back in the 70’s, were driven to madness and the church was in the forefront of the battle, to ensure that the movement did not take ground, therefore rendering them defeat. The church membership is taking a downward slide once again, and they are not happy. They are blaming the youth now-a-days, since the youths are not in line with their tunes of bondage. This is going to hurt the church very badly
Dominica real for not letting dat happen n we should giv an applause to the churches
You are out of your mind! This is going to hurt Dominica more than you can imaging. When the church tries to divide and separate the CARICOM like this, the whole-a-we suffer, not them. To my CARICOM brothers and sisters, this is not us vs you, it’s the church campaigning for their favorite political party. Please, don’t take this personally and I hope we can maintain our relationship with you in creating stronger ties in trade, brotherhood, discipline, friendship, and most of all, moral conduct – which the church seems to lack and want very much. Thanks for reading and don’t let this petty cr@p severe our relationship with you.
Doh like the man, doh go…when did the church start writing the laws?
Do not blame the Church! Blame those so-called promoters and the government politician who gave their consent to this man, knowing his reputation and refused to call off the concert.
The Church is entitled to and has a right to oppose godlessness and immorality in the land and to do its utmost to deter such types of people from entering the country and performing. If the Church does nothing and fails to do what God expects of it, God will hold the authorities accountable. If you have common sense you should know that.
The Holy Bible is the Word of God. It is for each one of us with no exception whether proclaimed muslims and rastafarians. God created them all but some have swayed from the truth.
If you knew what is contained in Holy Scripture you would not make such a comment, you godless person.
Say nothing against the Church in general lest God punish you on the spot, you ignorant person who bring down the wrath of God upon you and those others who speak ill of the Church.
I don’t know Tomee Lee. Never heard of this dude prior to his engagement in DA. What I do know is that no artist should be persecuted for his/her form of expression. Unless I hear some justifiable reason why this was the only alternative left to the officials, this cannot be a good move, as far as it relates to human rights and the free movement of caricom nationals across its boarders. I wish we had a society where answers were given when questions asked.
You have already heard and read of the justifiable reasons even some weeks ago. Where have you been? Sleeping?
Take note people. If Tommy Lee was allowed to perform in Portsmouth, Ian Douglas’ chance of re-election would be NIL… Think about it!
Those church people need to be locked up on some JIM JONES RESERVATION SOMEWHERE IN BELLES.. Guess heaven waiting on them !!
And you will be locked up in Hell where you belong.
I am thinking…Based on the above publication, it say that they were asked to return to THEIR jet. I take that to mean that they had a private jet. I hope a the necessary documents were completed before the jet landed. I hope it is not a situation they landed illegally and that why they were asked to return to their jet.
Well you see Police is a kinda job in Dominica that young men and women enter after they have applied everywhere else and were unsuccessful. So what you find happening is the other jobs take all the smart students and the less intelligent ones are left to join police.
Any man in their right mind know you cannot deny a man entry into a country because you dont like his music. Also any man of average intelligence and above know once you arrest somebody they have right to legal representation.
Now as usual police go and do what they want. Like big stupids now is tax payers money that have to payback the lawsuit. What a country I live in. Dominicans….I wish i could leave this place and never turn back.
You always post nonsensical comments. Do you or anyone else know as a fact that the young man was denied entry because of his music?
Exactly, but the gov’t of any country has power to denied anyone into their country.This artist is not a Dominican. It’s not his place of birth. If America had denied him, would people still complain? Just because he a caricom national does mean he has total freedom to move around.
The reason, could have been involved in a lottery scam. I cite two other reasons. Any country would have denied him entry.
They must obey the Law of the land and the immigration authorities. They are too bold and out of place!
i find you comment real bias, police follow orders from the top it’s called protocol!! so the police acted on information delegated through the top official to the lower level
“Any man in their right mind know you cannot deny a man entry into a country because you don”t like his music”
……And any intelligent man or woman would know better to get the facts first before speculating. How do you know for a fact that the reason he was refused entry is because they don’t like his music? Did you care to get the facts or at least wait for the facts from the authorities? We still don’t know why he was refused entry so use your “intelligence” and wait for the facts. Also, if you think that all police officers are unintelligent then it’s safe to say that your statement is stereotypical and not a very intelligent one at that. Some people choose to become police officers because they truly have a passion for law and order.
Tell that to non-democratic countries as Iran, China, Egypt, Syria and such and hear what they will say.
Yes they can! If their lyrics are demonic and destructive to the viewers especially the youths.
Some of you shout child abuse. Yet you do not care what they listen to and participate in. Woe to you! This is why many of them have gone astray, some are in prison and with more to come. God will hold you accountable for that and for your comments.
So true…when police and I will now add immigration do their nonsense it’s my tax money that is going to pay for it. It is high time we acknowledge law and constitution…
Do not worry, the little money you pay into taxes will not help.
DNO appears to have curtailed access to “thumbs up and down”. I give you thumbs down for your foolish and discriminating remarks including –
Those who gave you thumbs up are not smart but –
Those of you who are on the side of this man do not think properly of why immigration prevented them from landing and have projected downright ignorance. You lack intelligence. There is something more to this.
Some of you who comment on this Website need to return to school to be able to learn the basics, to utilize your common sense which God has endowed you with but who do not utilize it properly and some not at all.
It happens every now and then when the topics get really hot and explosive.
I always like your post my brother…our tax money that must pay for it…
this thing going get ugly . . .and it will no longer will be about Sparta(guy I never heard of) but instead Dominicans(including me and you)denied entry in another port over some make up justification. This could have easily be handled discretely and quietly. Once again persons in charge has failed us
Do not be foolish. Some of you get panicky and write too much foolishness/garbage. If you have the right mind you will not make such a comment. Your minds are limited.
Immigration is the same all over the world. If you have the necessary legal papers you cannot be denied entry. It is when you lack them including having a bad reputation according to police records you will surely be denied entry.
Tommy Lee knows he is involved in a lottery scam and he was arrested. This may be Number One of his denial. He is also not a good influence on the youths.
A country has a right to deny entry to such people. Consider this. That man who beat up Rihanna, her ex-boyfriend was denied entry to the UK and other countries. Did he call for a lawyer?
Tommy Lee is too bold, aggrerssive, disrespectful, disobedient and a radical. He refused to obey our Dominican immigration authorities. He deserves to be deported.
I now want to hear what Ian Douglas has to say concerning this Tommy Lee Saga, since according to Tihani, it is heading to the CCJ, and the organizers are his own Douglas blood. In case anyone forgot, here is a reminder: Dominica News Online – Friday, February 21st, 2014 at 4:20 PM ” Douglas brushes aside UWP’s CCJ concerns.”
My fellow Dominicans, please refrain from leaving negative comments about the government, and the church until immigration makes a statement. People around the world are reading your comments and quite frankly it is embarrassing. When the cruise ship passengers were arrested, so many of you were attacking the police and government until another passenger came forward and said that the actions of the police were justified. I find it hard to believe that someone in authority would give orders to detain the man for no reason at all. Let us just wait until we get the details.
At last, a voice of reason.
If someone from authority did not make the order why it is that someone from the government authority did not butt in and why the government has not made a statement.
We know of the letter written by the pastors to the prime minister. We need to stop this cover upism and call the game as we see it. The situation has serious international implications and the government should not have allowed the situation to escalate to the point where even after 24 hours no one in immigration or custom can claim that Sparta had infringed our laws
This is what I mean. Some of them are ignorant and need to return to kindergarten to learn the basics and truth. They condemn their own people and authorities against foreigners who have done wrong in their land. Sensible people do not do that. They depict that they are traitors.
God is taking note. They will get sick (if they do not die suddenly) and die when God will judge them based on their words as imbedded in their hearts, minds and thoughts.
What we do and say is written either in the Book of Life or the Book of Damnation. They must know this.
However, if they lack basic common sense and are wicked of heart, they will continue in this manner. They will never learn. This is why I also state, woe to them! They are digging their own graves.
I hope they will deny the plane load of haitians that coming every week to do nonesense in Da and put us in bad light….smh
I remember very clearly the late Prime minister of Dominica Dame E. Charles informing me that there will never been freedom of movement in Caricom for Caricom Citizens.
when I ask why she stated: ‘EACH COUNTRY HAS IT OWN AGENDA WHICH IS VERY SAD” and all the talk you hear on unity is pure rubbish coming from leaders herself included. Look what still happening today in Caricom.
Be careful when you make statements about people especially when they have passed on. They are not here to defend themselves. You should know them thoroughly prior to doing so.
You did not know Miss Charles. She was a lady of good character, dignity and morals and a no nonsense PM. In the end she was not appreciated which is why when she was not re-elected, Dominica got a bad and non-caring PM who cared only for himself, his pocket, and not for Dominicans.
If you reside in Dominica, keep that in mind when you go to the polls next year. Vote wisely for the right PM who has done the most for Dominica and nationals. As some of you want change, you are not smart to recognize good change and bad change. You cannot see beyond and to detect people’s motives. Be careful you are not punished along with nationals this time around and in a worst manner.
Miss Charles did not mean that a country has to let in all types and undesirables who have police records and their immoral, ungodly performance.
If Miss Charles were still the PM she probably would, from the beginning, in no uncertain terms, put her foot down and out rightly inform the promoters of this concert and immigration that this man was not welcome. He would have been so notified and would never have flown to D/ca much more to set his feet down on it.
They must adhere to rules and regulations of the land. If people have questionable characters and are involved in illegal activities, arrested by the police and indulge in other disreputable matters, each country has the right to deny them entry. Which country will welcome them?
A Hard Dominican head will sure make a soft, sore Dominican Ras one day….We just keep embarrassing ourselves.. I cannot believe that such self righteous people have such influence in my humble Dominica…
However; let me use this platform to extricate myself from the representation of such people. please note that not all Dominicans have this “caveman” mentality…
I am in marigot all now and a lot of young people are gathered outside the station. They are denying Sparta medical treatment so people are there protesting. And sugar fire is soon to come on the scene. I wish I had facebook to show you all what’s going on
Don’t you have work to do to develop your country?
What medical treatment? You swallow that? Is he sick or he does not have his illegal drugs to keep him on his two feet? He may be pretending to be sick to use it against immigration and the police just as those homosexuals on the boat in Roseau which I need not elaborate on. Tell the people to go and mind their own business and see about themselves and their family.
A country has all types, those who are on the side of God and those who are not; those who are on the side of good people and those who are not; those who are on the side of morality and those who are not.
This is the manner in which I view Dominicans, the good ones and the bad ones also based on their comments and for what they give others thumbs up and down. Your actions are showing, one way or the other.
if everytime somebody have to come to dominica an them ppl in the church have to stop them de country will not go no where an stay how it be behind time no tommy lee no vote for red
Oh foolish person. What foolish remarks. Go and learn common sense and to speak and write proper English. Then return and comment sensibly.
Now for those so called christians to talk they not talking they took somthing as simple as lyrics in a song and made a big deal.now someones human righht is being violated and they stay silent this no longer about what bringing violence to our young people this has now turned into injustice and the gross disrespect that is now being displayed not to just a1nyine but to a fellow brother a caricom citizen our neighbor. put aside the talk about governments put the differences aside all the fullish talk stop being ignorant and stand for what is right tommy lee has done nothing wrong to deserve this kind of treatment…how would you feel if it was your close family member being treated in such a way in another country unable to get in contact with them tommy lee has his frens family and supporters back in Jamaica think of how they must be feeling knowing that this is happening to him… come on people have a heart
Guadeloupe authorities EVER give reason for stopping us just like that and shoving us back on the Express? eh?
US Embassy ever give reason for Visa DENIED?
How many JAMAICANS get shoved back on plane at Heathrow
But is little Dominica Sparta want to disobey our authorities; in some other countries he would be serving a sentence from last night.
nuff respect to our immigration – all you act real international
this is the best comment on DNO about the situation.
You’re forgetting that none of the countries which you mentioned directly or indirectly..Guadeloupe, USA, England, have signed on to the TREATY OF CHAGUARAMUS. Dominica and Jamaica are both members of Caricom and ought to adhere to their obligations under the Treaty.
Some of all u fools that have nothing to say should shut up all u mouth…When it happen to all u, then you all want to sing a different song…People like all u make me feel ashamed of being a Dominican
Agreed! I have written much on this topic in defense of Dominica, good Dominicans as you, immigration authorities and other nationals to keep Dominica cleaner than it is with all its problems and criminal activities.
The last thing Dominica and nationals want is a man as he to perform in Dominica. Thank God he was denied entry and will not perform in Dominica, hopefully never.
God is so good. Praise be to God who loves His people and who wants what is good for them that they might live in happiness, peace, tranquility and safety as they prepare their souls for the Heavenly Kingdom if they have performed His (Our) Heavenly Father’s Will. Dominicans, keep praying!
If religion wants to speak out against what is wrong then why did they not speak out when they heard of the many criminals that bought our passport? Why did they say nothing when a very popular pastor closed his church, one of the biggest churches in the island, a Pentecostal church on a Sunday morning so he and his members could attend a DLP convention during the 2009? Why did they say nothing when that same pastor dressed in his Red suit, decorated his church in RED, his members dressed in RED, other pastors including the Bishop dressed in Red, on a Sunday Morning to celebrate the DLP victory? To me, these things along with the other ungodly things that they were quite on affected the well being of Dominica more than anything I have witnessed. If it were Skerrit that organized Tommy Lee Sparta to perform during a DLP convention they would say nothing and some of them would even follow the crowd to the convention. So trying to impress now makes no sense.
I like that
Separating church and state ie separating God from the state? Is that what you all are really asking for?
But when disaster strike, all you quick to come calling the name of God and want him to protect the country/state eh.
So is only in times of trouble all you want God to mix with the state eh.
One of the most stupid concepts going around is that the church and state should be kept separate. So since some of all you would prefer that God be kept out of state issues, where then do we get the concepts of right and wrong and morality?
Separate God from the state, separate him from all their actions, their endeavors, their hearts, homes, family and country. They place a curse on themselves. Only fools will want that.
God will turn his back on them and leave them to their own devices, evil ones. Then they will blame God, the Church and the government except themselves.
We take two steps forward, and then we take ten steps back. We have to really question whether this Single Economy and Market will ever work. The first question is why did they refuse the young man entry into Dominica, on what grounds? Second of all, despite his beliefs or non-beliefs, whatever it is because I don’t really listen to his music, I think at the end of the day we are all human beings and we all deserve to be treated with dignity and not be discriminated against because of our religious or non religious beliefs.
St. Lucian, first of all who are you? Are you a godly person or not? Are you one of morals or not?
Secondly or even firstly, if you are not a Dominican, stay away from the internal business of Dominica which you do not comprehend.
Thirdly, if you possess one bit of basic common sense and knowledge, you should know the reason. Anyone who questions the reasons of immigration under estimate them. You, too have no common sense and do not need a response to your uneducated question.
I refuse to support a foreigner over my local people EVERYTIME ; lets have the facts first but for now without facts DOMINICAN TO DE BONE and I AM DOMINICA
when Dominicans called Skerrit a God, why didn’t the religious leaders of the land take action against that. I don’t support there actions against the artist.
It has been over a month Dominicans by extension the religious people has been expressing their disapproval of the Tommy Lee Sparta show. The organizers had numerous opportunities to avoid what has happened over the weekend. We cannot blame the Police for performing their duties.
In times of war bravery is revealed. In times of sinfullness the righteous will prevail. Freedom of speech and expression should never be denied. I never heard bout sparta but now i am interested to find his music to see what the fuss is about. If the religious right in dominica was strong in faith they would not worry about this artist. Are we now moving to censorship in this island. Do we realize there is an internet and all sparta material can be seen on there. This is a backward move from those responsible and i think a display of weakness of our spiritual leaders and lack of trust in there spiritual followers. Nothing good will come from this sitiation. The religious folks have now gotteb in the business of casting judgement. We are all sinners. Ask BJ
We in Dominica are very funny, we are always saying that the church doesn’t speak, yet when they speak they talk about they hypocrite. All of us are not perfect, the church is run by us who are not perfect and sinners. We will have to answer for our own self, and its the same ones who are always blasting the church saying they not talking is the same ones blasting it when they talk. Yes I think the church should talk about all issues not just some, but I guess that’s the fault of us humans, were not perfect.
and all of you all calling the church hypocrits, you all are no better than them.
We in Dominica are very funny, we are always saying that the church doesn’t speak, yet when they speak they talk about they hypocrite. All of us are not perfect, the church is run by us who are not perfect and sinners. We will have to answer for our own self, and its the same ones who are always blasting the church saying they not talking is the same ones blasting it when they talk. Yes I think the church should talk about all issues not just some, but I guess that’s the fault of us humans, were not perfect.
Once again two very common organizations are in play…politics and religion. Once again I am not ashamed to say that I am a born again believer that is fully sold out to God but I cannot stand hypocrisy. I don’t believe it is the role of the church to get involved into the negative politics that they are involved in. Now if they were standing up against all unrighteousness, then I would understand them and would support them. But when they want to play pick and role in the name of God, that I disagree with. Do I know or support the artist? Absolutely not! I don’t know who this chap is and neither have I listened to any of his music. That’s not important to me because I belong to a God and therefore I allow “The dead to bury their dead”. How are they sure that this artist would not get saved in Dominica? Why did they (pastors) arrange to have a private meeting with him with the view of winning him? Why help denying him entry to Dominica? Have we become the police of Dominica? If they are concerned about music that promotes Satanism are they saying that other foreign artists that are not so labeled always promote God? No, I am NOT in support of this guy not because of his music and what it promotes but simply because I am a believer. The pastors need to preach the word, leave the word and grow up. I have heard and seen pastors criticize and even match against homosexuality and abortion. But guess what? Some of the loudest voices are secretly practicing homosexuality and some pastors that living in secret adultery, pay to have abortion performed to cover up their sin. Am I saying we should say nothing? No. I am simply saying to stop dealing with issues that Christ died for and instead preach the solution.
We are something else….How the church coming in there? Were we at the airport on Sunday….All we did was pray…and you saying we stop Tommy Lee from entering Dominica…Thanks for the confirmation that our prayers are powerful…We shall continue…Today Tommy Lee ..tomorrow, who knows?
Amen. We sometimes forget that we wrestle not against flesh and blood. As the church our duty is to fast and pray and attack the spirits not individuals. In everything we have to show love just as Christ did.
I must say this is the most positive view here which makes the most sense in the world…ppl tend to forget why they are believers of God!…my neighbor once told me if you are a Christian, you should welcome everyone with an opened mind , cuz that’s what Jesus would do, welcome Tommy and try convert him if that’s the case, it won’t stop all the evil in the country …. Humanity needs to be an important role here
@ not me alone..you are wide eyes open asleep. u doh even know if u coming or going. is people like you Christ turn de table on in de church….money changers.
I thought this was a free country.why does the church have to speak for everyone? The church and the state should be separated. Regardless of Tommy Lee coming here or not D/ca is still going to have violence and crime unfortunately. There’s so much allegations going around with pastors and priests, why don’t they concentrate on fixing that first. I swear the Christian community is very hypocrite.
Amen!!!!!! Couldn’t say it better.
Hey people guess what , when the lawsuit cones down tax payers foot the bill that of the defense lawyers and the court awards to Sparta and the promoters. The politicians don’t give a darn . They are more interested in their overseas bank accounts in Cayman , Monte Carlo etc.
We have beef with Jamaica, we don’t like their garbage music!
We are covered with the blood of jesus and don’t have time for this senescence!
Why are you trying to cause more of a problem. God don’t like trouble makers. And if you are going to reference the son of God atleast have the decency to show respect and capitalize his name.
Get real he did not do anything k so stop de hyproticrasy
but allu will listen to triple kay garbage all day long
My common sense is telling me to wait to hear from immigration as to the real reason why they denied him entry. How many of us can say we know the facts? Speculating is so much easier.
THIS IS RIDICULOUS!!!!!…The Court is a Court of Laws…not of a Court of morals…What law(s) have these people breached?
Let me say this to Dominicans…Whatever is going on in your Country, is reflective upon you the People…. It starts with the Government and it should end with the Government….Don’t wait until injustice comes to your door to raise hell…raise hell when it is at your neighbor’s door….Today its these people, tomorrow might be you…. This is outrageous!!!!
Uptown Rebel…All the best to you!!!!
You have an opinion but it does not count and by no means in the eyes of God. You think only on the surface.
Let religious rights and morality prevail. There is morality and immorality. We do not have those words for nothing and they were not invented for nothing.
So you are insinuating immorality should have everything to do with this not over morality and caste aside morality? Do you note your manner of thinking which is immoral?
Man did not create the world. God created it. He rules and He reigns supreme. When our lives on earth are ended, we return to Him who created us to be judged for all eternity for what we have done and failed to do with the allotted time He gave us.
You who no doubt were a baptized Dominican (once baptized always baptized to eternity forever and ever) and once upon a time practiced Christianity, where did you go wrong to think that morality should have nothing to do with this?
You appear to be residing abroad. This type of thinking comes from ceasing to practice the faith and following the satanic views and ways of the world.
Did you consider the youths who are going astray? Many have gone astray and are in prisons. This is why, some, as adults prefer to hear this man sing rather than go to Church to hear the Word of God, pray and sing and to ask his blessings on them, on nationals and their country for also peace and security.
Who caused this? People as you with your devilish thinking, ideas, words and immorality! You have lost it including your head. For what you have stated, your turn is coming and soon enough, sooner than you think. Woe to you!
As St. Paul said: “This is why many of you are sick, infirmed and dying.” It is in the Bible!
Then they go to people to be healed; not primarily God Himself, The Healer of souls, mind and body.
The reason is you have caste God aside from your heart, your home, other establishments and society. You encourage, condone and applaud the godless and their satanic acts and to perform on a Sunday, the Lord’s Day, His Sabbath. Woe to them too!
Oh you hypocrite…Your day is approaching and rapidly so… First, you remove the log from your eyes before you attempt to remove what you perceive to be the spec which the figment of your imagination tell you is in my eyes…but alas, is not…My eyes are clear, my soul is blameless and my conscience is clean before my Lord…I speak no evil and wish no evil..I speak truth and I am on the side of justice and fair play…Are you? How dare you! And who ask you to speak for GOD?…You brood of vipers…You hypocrite!! Look around you..and you will see all the decay, degradation, corruption and immorality…Look, oh man in your place of worship, where you think the Spirit dwells but do not….far from it. Without question, if your night should turn to day you and your likes, would run away like cockroaches!….
You don’t know me…so please don’t pretend to…Go ahead, cast the first stone, like you are blameless…You remind me of those who said “crucify him”!.. Oh you zealot!..I feel so sorry for you and your shallow views…Wake up! You seem to be consumed with hate… And the times you are living in, is not up to date…It’s a brand new day…Look into the future of “realize”….. You cannot violate someone’s rights just because you do not agree with what they are saying…You have your opinion, and they have their own…Learn to respect that. I ask you then, and I will ask you here again..’What law or laws did he breach’? And again…The Court is not a Court of morals but a Court of Law! I never said that we should embark on a campaign of immorality…I am a man of sound morals, integrity, and dignity.
I am an independent thinker who stands on the side of JUSTICE! And JUSTICE according to LAW!…I don’t know that man nor have I ever listened to his music…But I know Injustice when I see it…And I will always speak out whenever and wherever I see injustice… Neither you nor anybody else will prevent me from doing so!
Remember this: He who digs a pit, shall fall in it…yes, he shall surely fall in it.
Peace… and all the best to you.
The UPTOWN REBEL!!!
I do not know this person nor of his music; however, who the hell is the Church to DETERMINE who qualifies to enter into the Country and who is not. IS THE CHURCH RUNNING THE COUNTRY? If yes, WHY DO THEY NOT GET RID OF ALL THE OTHER CHURCHES THAT THEY BELIEVE ARE OF FALSE PROPHETS?
DNO, I hope you DO NOT delete my comment because I used the word “hell”. You should understand the frustration of the people where the Church is concerned. To dislike any type of music is to understand the meaning.
We give Passports to CRIMINALS from other Countries. Is the Church in opposition to that?
I AGREE WITH TEHANI. ““Once you detain somebody you “cannot” deny them legal representation””.
EVERYONE HAS A RIGHT TO LEGAL REPRESENTATION. What is the CHARGE against this person anyway? I do not get it. EVERYONE has “constitutional rights” custom and immigration CANNOT take that from you.
I think if this denial of entry is all about his music, it is unfortunate for the Church and all who oppose. I think he should be allowed to perform. What is the harm? The Church need more prayer than anticipated.
Some of you do not think beyond your noses. You make statements and do not ask sensible questions. God takes note of all our words and actions, behind closed doors, outside of closed doors, in society and wherever else we may be. He will judge us according to our actions, in words and deeds.
All of a sudden, if not gradually, some of you have become godless. You prefer godless people and their satanic acts to God Himself. How sad? You will pay for your words.
Dominica has always been a Christian country. Let it remain that way. This man, a man whose name means Satan, has nothing good to contribute to Dominica and Dominicans.
These days morals and morality have gone down the drain. Someone stated the Court is not a Court of morals. If it is not what is it? The heads of those who think that are definitely stuck in the sand. Likewise those who do not practice it.
A country should operate on its religious rights and morality; not on the ways of the world, outsiders and foreigners whose godliness and morality have gone down the drain.
THIS IS THE LAW OF GOD and His expectations that we will do and say what is right!
As for denying him legal representation, let the authorities answer that. You have only heard what is stated which may not, in effect, be correct. Do not arrive at a quick conclusion. The authorities have their reasons and they will defend themselves including the rights of Dominica and its nationals and on behalf of them for their benefit; not on this man’s own. Always think about that.
I listen to Felix Thomason the radio this morning trying to create the impression that the immigration authority acted on their own. My god if they did why it is that the immigration authority cannot give a reason for their action. Felix Thomas you guys are so out of touch to recognize that we are not in 1970. Your attempt to cover up only made it obvious that the immigration was acting on the direction of someone from the government. Stop the pussyfooting and call it as it is. If the government had nothing to do with this then why wasn’t there an interven”.tion particularly by the minister of legal affairs and parl rep for Portsmouth ; notwithstanding the blood relative, first cous.in of the promoters.
An occurrence with the potential to cause regional embarrassment and a serious violation of human rights the sitting government did not find it important to rectify the situation or to even make a statement on the matter. We know that one phone call from a government authority could override any decision by the immigration.
Immigration anywhere has the right and reponsibility to deny entry be in Barbados Antigua St martin Tortolla Virgin Islands and the US Uk we have been denied. Why make it political? We are trying to protect our future our youth
stop the blame game domniche
Look at Aima Moses he sings reggae music sad to say we never embraced this young man.I pray that peace will reign
And remember a Leader has to be strong not acknowleging the wimps and fancies of the masses. God bless the nation of Dominica.
@Big Sis, “Immigration anywhere has the right and responsibility to deny entry” yes, but what is their REASON IN THIS CASE?
If his Music promotes violence why didn’t they just stop his performance? They had no right to treat him the way they did! It was arong. Get your facts straight. Countries deport people when they have done wrong, Misrepresented information to authorities etc. What they did to Lee was wrong point blank!
The immigration department must act on the basis of LAW. A solitary immigration cannot refuse a Caricom nationa entry into Dominica because he feels like it. That is why we have laws in this country. Otherwise we will have pure chaos with everybody making their own rules based on how the feel on a particular day.
Big Sis you too stupid. Trying to protect the youth from what. First place I heard Tommy Lee song was on Kiari FM. Are we going to shut down Kiari, DBS and the other media houses that play his song. Oh wait. Here is a grand idea
LETS SHUT DOWN THE WORLD WIDE WEB AND SAVE DOMINICA!!!!!
I really think the Dcan Authorities placed all dcan students in Jca at risk…Jcans are people who take the law in their own hands…please rectify this before it gets ugly
Jamaicans do take the law into their own hands. They act first and think later.
Jamaica watches for its people. How many countries that have placed entry VISAS on Jamaican and have not gotten the same in return? If they didnt want the man to perforn dont let him perform. to deny him entry for no reason is wrong!
doh talk nonesence.jamaicans well glad that happen to him.check out thier comments on jamaica observer news.homosexuels boycotting shows bigtime in big countries .so why the church cant.mwen faché.
There are ignorant Jamaicans, many of them who care not about their Jamaican Law and there are some Jamaicans who are not ignorant who will concur with what the Dominican immigration authorities did. Just as Dominicans as you, some ignorant and others not ignorant.
The non-ignorant ones who are on the side of justice and peace will agree with the Dominican immigration authorities.
Keep in mind there is a Jamaican Law and Jamaican immigration authorities and system. Why did they arrest Tommy Lee for a lottery scam? It is because they are the Law.
The man may still be under investigation. If so, he should not be allowed to leave Jamaica and to perform in another country. In this case (also) it is rightful to deny him entry to Dominica.
So he is fighting Dominican immigration authorities and the Law of the land. As God knows too well, some of you have no morals anyway to stand up for that man. You are also godless. I hope you are not practice Christians.
If he arrived in Canada, US or Europe he would also be denied entry. If he was so bold as to refuse to return to his jet, he would be held in a detention centre and never allowed to leave there until he was deported. What would he do about that?
Since you are so blind to the Law of Dominica and its rights, you better speak to the D/can immigration authorities and/or wait for their version why they denied him entry in Dominica. It is not without reason which limited minds as yours that lack godly enlightenment cannot fathom and never will.
The Jamaican colleges/universities authorities will not interfere in this nor will the Jamaican immigration authorities especially where a lawless person is concerned as this man. They have better things to do than defend one as that man and stand up for him. He is beyond their status.
If the authorities of a country deny someone entry, they should not be bold and strong on it to defy the authorities. This man showed lack of respect for Dominican Immigration and its authorities. He may have had an idea that this would occur and planned it with his attorney, should it occur. This is why he boldly and defiantly did not return to his jet as ordered by the immigration authorities.
I have no empathy for him or for anyone of you who do not appreciate your country and its Law including these authorities. You appear to be on the side of this Satan follower. You will also pay for it for being on the side of an enemy of God of all, one who possesses morality and do not care for the Dominican youths who will be contaminated by his evil lyrics and the presence of the evil one in their midst. You are placing a curse on yourself. Woe to you too!
He should have returned and then appeal to whichever Court he so wishes. The man is bold-faced, a word that Jamaicans themselves would say.
The immigration authorities should have deported him yesterday but for his attorney who is trying to keep him here.
The man is a disgrace to the Dominican society. Let him return to his country where he belongs; not in Dominica. Satan worshiper, stay away from Dominica! Your presence is not wanted.
Y the religious fraternity dont talk about the wet fete last year it had sex happen at wet fete yet still it took place again dis year dominica had its violence long b4 tommy lee was even born an so who thinks d violence goin stop now bcuz dey deny him entry dem pastors to dam hypocrite
Hypocrisy over violence, anytime for the people in that Catholic Church.
The religious fraternity, i.e., the authorities, cannot be everywhere which your little mind is incapable of considering. This is why God also created us, the laity who also practice the faith and others who do not practice it and should, to be of help to them.
We know the Law of God. We are God’s eyes, hands, mind and feet on earth. Some of us wrote about it and recently. People as you did nothing. Therefore, do not blame them. You are very much to blame for the sins and woes of Dominica which God will hold you accountable for -not doing anything about it but criticizing while they flourish and increase in the land.
What have you ever done in this respect and other, you hypocrite, “The pot calling the kettle black”? That is the problem with some of you critics who will not escape the fair judgment of God and his just recompense. See about your soul and where you will end up for all eternity.
Do something good for Church, country, nationals and yourself.
Who exactly os calling the shots here?
why aren’t we do things that are consistent with the rule of law? That is why we will continue to be a backward country that makes runs as we go along based on how we feel.
That is not how a country is run. There are laws inplace and the authorities must follw the law regardless of their personal views, likes and dislikes. A country cannot be run on an ad hoc basis.
i rebuke that statement in Jesus name we are not a backward country SPEAK POSITIVE OVER YOUR COUNTRY. God blessssssssssssss you
That man and his entourage were told to return to their jet. They were disrespectful and disobedient. They should have known better and obey and aware that they are not wanted in Dominica.
If it were white people or other nationals of this race, I bet they would have immediately returned to their jet and taken off. They would not have even bothered to call for a lawyer.
Do you see the difference between black VS white and vice versa? But blacks, this is how they are defiant and oppose the Law of a land which is not their land of birth, bold that they are. They were thinking of the money they lost by not performing.
If immigration denies a jet entry, they should not land at all. They should take off. If they were in China, Iran and such countries, they would have been shot at and whatever else or taken into custody and remain there for years. Those men do not deserve the daylight and recognition which people as you are giving them and standing up for them. You are a traitor to God and to country.
You are on the side of evil and do not operate in D/ca and nationals’ interest to keep evil out of Dominica. You are on the side of evil. As God looks on, heard you, knows your mind and what you wrote on, woe to you too!
W wrong wit dominican …. i believe that he hasbright as every other artiste
I say fire all those in authority tht deny this CARICOM Citizen entry into Dominica…also when he win the case, let the Hypocritical Christian Council foot the bill…. That’s why am in favor of the sepration of Church & State…
I agree, file a lawsuit against ALL involved.
They ask for the church to speak and when the church speaks they cannot take the truth
apart from that Dominica is a sovereign nation and it can take decisions as it sees fit in the interests of its people or a part of its people
further Dominicans are refused entry to Guadeloupe etc. arrested and shoved on the ferry or plane just like that: and don’t talk for Puerto Rico
without reason?
i leave guadeloupe n wen pple are sent out is becaz dey are illegal or did some crime n dominicians hve a bad rep in gwada so french laws hve rite to shipped dem home wat was the reason for tommy lee n i am not a follow of tommy lee but i believe in human rites.
but those countries you talking about are not part of the caricom. that is what’s different
@One Love, although I agree with you in part, did this artist enter Dominica ILLEGALLY?
If people have a problem with devil worship they should ask God. It is God who created the devil. God has given us our own free volition-to serve him or the devil whom he created for us all.
Y’all going too far to look for “demon”. It’s just there in the streets. Tommy doe do nttn giv di man his Lee…
That place sick.old time mentality and ignorance. Smh. Those same ppl on the paulpit. Doing worst but. The ignorance is so high there they turn a blind eye.”sootiwaye”…. free de man mi son….
Please is this what awe are going to expose our children to? i think there is enough bull going around don’t need any more. Kuddos to Dominica and Dominicans for not supporting this Artist.
hope u take internet away from your children…
What I would like to know is what secrets these pastors knows about the PM…that he felt such drastic steps needed to be taken to please them…a poor country like DCA..y telling me know taxpayers money have to pay Tony and crew to defend this matter in the CCJ…pure nonsense….i never cared f UWP…but it makes me wonder what political party we have in power
Its the people choice to go see Tommy lee or not. Wat about the pple that purchased tickets.that’s very bad for Da.
Tommy Lee, i agree with you – PROTEST.
dominicans too hyprocrite and wicked, shame shame
if you dont like the music, DONT go to the show. simple!
I think they should just release uncle, that would be cheaper than getting slapped with a lawsuit
You are satan’s angel and relative?
I guess the news is all over the world by now. I am happy for that. Let them know that Dominica is not a free for all and not a government, an immigration system which is lax and redundant as some of us may have called it. They have shown their authority, their might and right to exercise their obligation to Dominica and nationals. This makes me extremely happy.
Dominica is a no two by four country. Let the world know it and keep it in mind.
But for his defiance, he could have been in Jamaica since yesterday. He wanted a fight by refusing to return to his jet. He thought he had the concurrence of those who invited him. They are not higher than D/ca’s immigration authorities who know their job and must exercise it accordingly. Blame them primarily for that.
The majority of D/cans did not want him performing in our land. Just who he think he is? He heard about D/cans position. He could have bowed out and gracefully too from this appearance. This would have saved him much and all other problems.
I am not his fan, nor I am against his music. BUT can we Dominicans get the real reason why Tommy lee was denied entry? We have yet too hear any Comments from the so call priest,pastors, the minister of tourism, minister of national security or the police commissioner. Dominica has been having crime and violence way before we even thought Tommy Lee would come perform in the country.. Lets stop being hypocrites, if he was denied entry and was detained because of christian beliefs that’s not going too look good on my country
I am going too school in the us and a lot of Dominica kids go too school abroad, what example are the setting for but just making our country look stupid and make us shame too be coming from Dominica
He was detained because of Christian belief????? Do you know that to be a fact or you just speculating like everyone else. Have you heard from immigration personally? Because it says on DON that it is unclear why he was refused entry.
Is Dominica a Democratic or Communist nation?Denying this young man entry into your country because you don’t like his music is an egregious violation of his right as a citizen of the CARICOM. After this controversy broke I googled Tommy Sparta and had the opportunity to watch a 15 minutes performance and found him to be positive. He denounced violence and clarified that his stage persona has absolutely nothing to do with his personal life. It is all entertainment. He also asked that he not be held responsible for the actions of deviants who choose to act recklessly. I believe that this is beyond outrageousand an abuse of power and the responsible individuals should be ashamed
Unbelievable!
I am so delighted that the artist has decided to take this case to the CCJ.
Too often in the Caribbean, so called “Pressure Groups” force our small governments to live up to their wishes ignoring the commitment of these countries to regional and international treaties and conventions.
I sincerely want the artist to sue the government of Dominica in other to teach the rest of the region a good lesson as if the recent Myrie case was not enough.
At most, the religious fanatics could have persuaded their followers to boycott the show but NOT to dictate to the state that the artist should be denied entry.
Hog-wash nonsense.
Any island in the Caribbean (through its immigration department and foreign affairs policy,) has the right to deny any visitor that they may deem unfit, to enter. And if they also believe that this individual would also cause some form of instability in said island.
Though all the islands should adhere to such treaties, one must also safe-guard its own interest. And if there is a legitimate reason to deny entry, so what. Take it to the courts and let them decide.
The Myrie case is totally different.
Dominica has the right to act.
Bajan, if you are one, your country is a free for all, whosoever wills may come, as long as they have money, even dirty money, they are welcomed. It is easy to hide out in B/dos. Your government is not concerned with morality, etc. Keep your views to yourself. We do not need it.
#Sparta Yow !! This Makes No Sense Dominicans Its Time 4 CHANGE ! Dem Wah Take Way All We Rights From We & Still Come Take Bout Forward We Go. Forward We Go My Ass !! #FreeTommyLeeSparta.
Am A Local Artiste Who Had To Perform At The Tommy Lee Show As Well. D System Come In Like Dem Wa Stop We Food. Mi Nuh Rate Wa Gwan Rite A Now.
So why the accent in your words? SMH.
well.. when his belly empty, and then young men cya find jobs.. and then they go out there in the channel to pump WEIGHT!! yall still criticize them.what do you expect the young ppl of this country to do when all we are concerned abt is being religious zealots? There are no jobs, no money, pickney hungry, no international airport.. but no.. dem find is tomy lee dem ah pree.. like tommy lee so F**kin important.. i jus gotta SMFH yo.magwehsah
At this rate, i sincerely recommend we ban carnival, creole fest.. Anything that has anything to do with a fete. because it promotes teenage preg, stds, drunkardness, lust, everythign that the lord dislikes.. Oh, did i mention violent movies on tv too?? ya, i think, given how the mindset of this population is sooo backward; we should consider banning EVERY rasclat thing!! if yall wanna b consistent..
ah who he be?
This is a sad day when Dominican customs and immigration denies entry based on the views of the church. Anyway can these church fanatics understand his lyrics. Free Tommy Lee and ask Jamaica to forgive your treatment of their Citizens. What did he do? We need answers to justify why he was refused entry.
Who are you anyway? There you go making false assumptions and of the Church which you know nothing about. You are obviously unmindful of his reputation.
You who lack godliness, we do not want to understand his lyrics for they are godless and breeds godlessness.
Read the previous articles on DNO. If you have godly enlightenment, you will comprehend the reason why he was denied entry.
I think Dominica is taking this to far, even denying the man medical attention?? Even if you all don’t like his music, he is a human being.
You are another one who lacks common sense and good judgment. It is not the Church but the promoters and the politician who is responsible for this. They wanted this man to perform at all costs. They refused to listen to the majority of D/cans. They should pay for it and pay all his costs; not the government of Dominica. Some of them are too godless, non-caring and greedy.
The concert could have been a flop anyway. It gave those interested D/cans time to re-think their participation.
If I have to defend the government, immigration authorities I gladly will for I have written much on this topic according to my intelligence and understanding of this situation.
Any sensible and godly person who is enlightened should know why. They do not have to ask why.
once again we turn to the church and they make this mess…one thing i know is skerrit that gwan have to pay the money not the church,hypocrisy is like a blinding fog in d/ca nowadays…
Sorry, I must disagree with you on one point…It is not “Skerrit” that is going to ‘pay the money’.. it is you, the tax payers of Dominica…Peace!!!
The above comment was meant for you. DNO’s system must be too busy that it went on this response.
Nevertheless, God has placed His Church on earth, in Dominica for your mortal and spiritual benefit. It is here to stay until the end of time. Without the Church you are doomed to Hell for all eternity, if you do not practice the faith.
Incidentally, only today, I heard on US Catholic Radio, “Only God can turn a mess into a message.”
I make note of those inspiring statements and pass them on. If you have common sense you should comprehend that. Pay heed!
sue them…..they to dam stupid
but why invite the man in the first place to deny him entry. All this does is give D/a more bad publicity and send more ppl to listen to his songs. What grounds were there to deny him for real…
And next time they need to look into the lyrical content of ppl they spend big money to send for, before any drama
Who invited him? I’m sure it is not the same people who denied him entry.
BELLE BEFF! All of those Christians forget who does take them in d church.. IN THE CHURCH. If y’all looking for evil, check out Dominica first. Y’all don’t need Tommy Lee for Satanism. It’s here already. Y’all afraid?
The music industry will be in trouble. Hope y’all can take care a dat!!
hmmm its not like its the first time he has been denied at certain places why the uproar? and why isnt anyone really concerned why he did not make it the first time,didnt you all hear antigua denied him too??
belbeff
Please name a few places where Tommy Lee was detained. Enlighten us.
This is why he flew by a personal jet and not via a normal commercial flight. He said that D/cans want to take away his bread. The man has money to be able to fly in a jet. He did not have to perform in D/ca to make money to support his children.
What’s d difference between triple k music n tommy Lee…smh…
OK…so be it that i love his music or not; does that give me the right to illegally detain a CARICOM citizen. We have seen what has happened in other countries. The law-suits and bad publicity. Why did we have to act in such a manner. I hope that we have grounds for his arrest and that the idiots who detained does not embarrass our country.
Free Tommy Lee!
See what all those ‘prayers’ brought us
I hope dem ‘evangelists’ are satisfied
Nonsense. I want Tommy lee to sue the Government of Dominica because this is pure ignorance.
Man you guys that don’t want the Artist in DA, are you all that COOUNTRY BOOKY ?? YOU GUYS DISGUST ME WITH YOU ALL CLOSED MINDS.. WHO ARE YOU GUYS AND WHATS YOUR MAKEUP ?? GUESS HEAVEN WAITING ON YOU ALL..
That’s why people live DA in DROVES !! Cant stand that closed mentality !!
Some of the issues that will be examined if this matter is litigated were commented on by the Caribbean Court of Justice(CCJ) in the Barbadian case in 2006: AG of Barbados V JOSEPH & BOYCE(2006)CCJ1(AJ).Please note Appellate Jurisdiction!Read the leading joint judgement by President de la Bastide and Justice Saunders.
They can win the case if they have a good lawyer and put forth a good defense. Read all DNO’s articles on this matter. I wished the sensible comments in favor of the government/immigration authorities of DNO’s readers/users would assist.
Certainly, some of his rights have been violated/breached; but If I were in a position of authority, I would have banned him from entering my country as well. We all have a social responsibility to uphold. His performances are pure rubbish and we have to draw the line somewhere. My only objection toward the authorities is there are ways to go about doing things and perhaps this wasn’t the correct way. Still, get rid of this nuisance phony spartan PLEASE!
The law has no emotional component. As a Jamaican, a CARICOM member, the authorities must have good reason to deny him entry into another CARICOM nation. His brand of music is not good enough reason. Your taxes will go straight to him after he sues the country and wins. Many of our people go to Jamaica to study. I was one of them. The immigration there always respected me. That my countrymen could not do the same for one of theirs is sad. And you all too hypocrite. Most Dominican women have children out of wedlock. A lot of men cheat on their wives but you all will pick the sins you want to protest against. Please.
free tommy lee!!!
So the Christian community can be guaranteed a victory if a gay ship attemps to visit DA…we cant afford to lose the vote of the Christians. I do not support Tommy Lee lyrics but we are too selective when it comes to wrong … politics is the order of the day.
Do you have any intelligence? THINK GOD AND WHAT WILL JESUS SAY? This is what you have to be concerned about. God does not condone sin. He knows he has many enemies in the world to their detriment and eternal banishment and punishment. Tommy Lee is one of them if he keeps up his evil ways. He cannot go before God with a name that means Satan, the enemy of God and all those tattoos on his body which obviously represent Satan.
The man is a follower and worshiper of Satan. This is another reason we should have to fear him and not want him to perform in Dominica. He will also leave this dreadful and destructive enemy in Dominica and among the people who especially would have attended his performance.
It appears that you are devoid of God’s blessing. If you do not know the difference of right from wrong, you have a huge mortal (moral) and spiritual problem. I feel sorry for you.
St. Paul’s writing in the New Testament, through the inspiration of The (God’s) Holy Spirit has told us and taught us against homosexuals and their practice of homosexuality.
By no means is God pleased with such people. Their so-called marriages, even the Law foolishly allows it, they are not blest by God and never will. Keep in mind the Law is not God even though, in some cases God approves what the Law has instituted if it is for the benefit of nationals but not this one which highly offends him. It is a curse upon them. You need the Church to teach you about this.
They try to silence us for they fear that we will inform them accordingly and more. We know as contained in the Old Testament that God destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah for this same evil practice. To say more will take longer.
You need God’s graces and enlightenment to comprehend this for you and others who feel that he should be welcomed to perform, you lack godliness and comprehension. Pray to God to grant you his graces and enlightenment.
Skerrit resign now!
what skeritt have to do with that?
Wow. Smfh. Only in Dca