Hon. Pakesia Parker-Edgecombe
Minister of State for Disaster Preparedness, Management and Reconstruction
STATEMENT
It
is with great appreciation and an overwhelming sense of patriotic duty
that I accept the appointment of Minister of State bestowed upon me by
our nation’s Governor General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir
Cornelius A. Smith, upon the recommendation of Prime Minister, the Most
Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis. I am humbled by Prime Minister Minnis’
confidence in my ability to lead the Ministry of Disaster Preparedness,
Management and Reconstruction.
At a time
in our world and country’s history where there is a call for more
resilient communities, due to major natural disasters and crisis, I look
forward to working with the already established team to grow the
ministry while continuing the work set in place by my predecessor, the
Hon. Iram Lewis, whose future support, we welcome.
In
this transition, I am grateful for the experience gained in my previous
post as Parliamentary Secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister
with responsibility for Information and Communications as well as Lands
and Surveys. I am proud of the various Boards, entities and their staff
within the portfolio, inclusive of the Broadcasting Corporation of The
Bahamas, Bahamas Information Services, Bahamas Telecommunications
Company, the Bahamas Plays and Films Control Board and the Department of
Lands and Surveys. It was a privilege to not only lead some of the
brightest minds in our country, but also learn from them; I am forever
indebted and wish only the best for them moving forward, while
committing myself to always be available to help once called upon.
With
every step I take, I do so thankful to Almighty God for His blessings,
for the love and support of my family and friends, and for the
opportunity -- on the shoulders of the great people of West Grand Bahama
and Bimini, to work towards the betterment of our nation. It is
because of their faith in me, belief in what I have to offer to our
nation’s growth, and constant encouragement that I am able to serve in
this manner.
May our community of West Grand
Bahama and Bimini remain resilient and the Commonwealth of the Bahamas,
prosperous and favoured by God.
March 9, 2021
Commonwealth of The Bahamas
