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The nation today marks one year since the death of Member of Parliament Hon. Asot Michael, whose passing in November 2024 deeply moved the country.<\/p>

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Mr Michael, then representing St Peter, was the first sitting politician in Antigua and Barbuda to die in such circumstances. Tributes poured in from across the political spectrum, recognising his years of public service and advocacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Citizens continue to honour his legacy of dedication and commitment to national development, with memorial activities planned in his home constituency this week.<\/p>

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