PM Browne Restates Intent to Sue Over “Outlandish” Allegations in Alfa Nero Yacht Sale (VIDEO)

PM Browne Signals Intent to Sue Over “Outlandish” Allegations in Alfa Nero Yacht Sale

Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced his intention to take legal action against individuals he accuses of spreading “outlandish” and “baseless” allegations related to the US$40 million sale of the Alfa Nero superyacht.

Speaking on ABS last week, Browne dismissed claims that US$10 million from the sale was missing, stating that all relevant documents — including the contract, wire transfers, and redacted beneficiary accounts — had already been made public and shared with international media. “Maybe they did not recognize that the information was already in the public domain,” he said, adding that the government re-circulated the documents, including to the Associated Press.

He said that after critics were confronted with the facts, they shifted their narrative, now claiming the yacht was sold for US$50 million, with the suggestion that US$10 million had been hidden in a deal between the buyer and former owners. “If that is the case, why don’t they bring forward the transfer details of the $50 million?” he challenged.

The Prime Minister labeled the evolving claims a “fishing expedition,” asserting that there is no litigation or court ruling against him or his family. “I don’t own any assets outside of Antigua and Barbuda,” he said.

Browne argued that the allegations are part of a broader campaign to shame and defame him and his administration. “They are trying to shame us in public, to undermine us in the national community,” he said. “That is why I would have said very clearly that I reserve my right to take these individuals to court — and I certainly will.”

He also issued a warning to citizens amplifying the allegations. “I have an obligation as Prime Minister to protect our citizens,” he said. “But if you’re going to get outlandish and accuse me of all of these outlandish allegations — not a scintilla of evidence has been provided on any of them — then you may land yourself in legal problems.”

Describing the allegations as “fantasy fabrications,” Browne said they have no legal merit but are being used to stir public distrust. “It is not going anywhere,” he added.

Advertise with the mоѕt vіѕіtеd nеwѕ ѕіtе іn Antigua!
We offer fully customizable and flexible digital marketing packages.
Contact us at [email protected]