Listen to PM Browne make the announcement
Prime Minister Gaston Browne said Saturday that Johann Hesse was sacked after court filings revealed a US$450,000 introductory commission paid in the United Kingdom in connection with the 2024 sale of the Alfa Nero superyacht.
Speaking on the Browne and Browne Show, Browne said the payment, made to Hesse’s business partner Rufus Gobat, had not been disclosed to the government. He added, however, that there is no evidence Hesse acted illegally.
Hesse was summoned to Cabinet on Wednesday after the court documents came to light. He told Cabinet the commission was part of a private business arrangement, was not linked to public funds, and that no government official, Cabinet member or relative benefited from the transaction.
Further details are expected.
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Still believe this is part of a cover-up job. I am not falling for this. Just do not trust this Administration. The Russians are not going to be fooled. KARMA they say is a female dog
It’s best the Rat talk and stop stare.
How was this commission from the sale of the yacht paid?… Who cut the check?.. 🤔
Me no even them when me see them cause me no know how them able to flex the way they flex.
So that’s it? a simple suspension and all is well. If I can pull off a $450,000us inheritance, in my pocket payment deal, a suspension means nothing to me, as a matter of fact it was expected.
Now looking at the big picture, 450,000us is a huge sum, so even if you divide it by three, it’s still a good pay off.
This is the right course of action and I commend the Honourable Prime Minister for taking quick and decisive action. We must expect more from our diplomats and other government employees. These wheeling and dealing cannot be encouraged or tolerated.
I guess the fool was “duped” again.
Oh Gaston. You take responsibility for nothing. I’ll free you this much, you’re a convincing talker, but the 🤡 of the Caribbean
His CIP passport should be revoked. It is the root of this poisonous tree….
His CIP passport should be revoked. It is the root of this poisonous tree….