Two Nationals of Antigua and Barbuda Honoured with Prestigious King’s Birthday Honours for Service and Philanthropy
St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda — [June 13, 2025] — The Government of Antigua and Barbuda proudly announces that Mr. Cordel Eden Alexander Josiah and Mr. Daniel Harrison have been formally recognized by His Majesty King Charles III in the 2025 Birthday Honours for their exceptional service and contributions to the nation and the wider Commonwealth.
Mr. Cordel Josiah has been awarded the Officer of the Order of the British Empire (O.B.E.) for his outstanding contributions to public administration and community development. With a career spanning decades in the public service, Mr. Josiah has played a pivotal role in strengthening institutional governance and community engagement in Antigua and Barbuda.
Mr. Daniel Harrison has been awarded the Member of the Order of the British Empire (M.B.E.) in recognition of his unwavering commitment to philanthropy. Through years of charitable work both locally and across the Commonwealth, Mr. Harrison has significantly impacted health, education, and youth empowerment initiatives, leaving a lasting legacy of generosity and civic responsibility.
Prime Minister the Hon. Gaston Browne commended both honourees for their exemplary service, noting that their recognition is not only a personal achievement but a reflection of the values and potential of the people of Antigua and Barbuda. “These awards underscore the global impact of Antiguans and Barbudans who dedicate their lives to public good. On behalf of the nation, I extend heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Josiah and Mr. Harrison for their well-deserved honours.”
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda celebrates these recognitions as a proud moment for the nation, reaffirming its ongoing commitment to nurturing excellence, leadership, and service among its citizens. (Ends)
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Congrats to both men for their recognition and dedication to public service.
On a personal note, Mr. Cordel Josiah had been a personal friend to our family for many decades. He has always shown respect and commitment for every endeavour with which he’s affiliated.
With human beings such as they are, our country’s efforts to good governance will be safe into the future, as they are being emulated by others.
Cheers
Well-deserved, Cordell Josiah Esq, a true son of the soil! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Heartiest congratulations, true son of the soil, Cordell Josiah Esq.! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Heartiest congratulations to a true son of the soil. Cordell Josiah, Esq. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Congrats to Cordel Josiah for his lifelong , well-deserved contribution to the cultural, economic, and educational development of Antigua and Barbuda. His many years at tge helm of BWIA made him an icon in the field of aviation and a highly respected ambassador at large for the country. Well done.Sir!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
These antiquated and subservient “colonial” awards needs to be halted forthwith and replaced with ceremonial awards named after prominent Antiguans and Barbudans that will inspire one and all, and not a small minority of royal sycophants.
All that these royal awards and trinkets do is keep their status quo intact ad infinitum, and keep the forelock tuggers, lickspittlers kowtowing to an unelected body. Why?
Our Barbadian neighbours got it absolutely correct by removing royal statues and patronage from their beautiful island a few yearsago – they’ve never looked back!
Over 3,000 books and counting, can any ABLP supporter or Gastonite take on Brixtonian?
I VERY MUCH DOUBT IT … ✊🏾