NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (April 11, 2025)– The Nevis Island Administration (NIA) has come to the help of senior fisherman Mr. Franklyn Daniel, restoring his skill to make a dwelling after the devastating theft of his boat engine months in the past.
In a heartfelt ceremony held at Mr. Daniel’s dwelling in Garner’s, Fountain Village, on Thursday, April 10, the NIA formally introduced him with a brand-new outboard Yamaha Enduro engine valued at EC $12,800, guaranteeing he may return to the ocean and proceed the commerce he has practiced for over six a long time.
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Sources, Deputy Premier the Honourable Eric Evelyn, described the donation as a significant act of compassion by the Cupboard.
“It’s a fantastic day as a result of we’re right here for an exquisite gesture from the Nevis Island Administration,” mentioned Minister Evelyn. “Just a few months in the past, we had the very unlucky information that some unscrupulous particular person or people had taken away Mr. Daniel’s livelihood. They took his boat along with his engine, and virtually every part else.”
Mr. Daniel, who’s over 80 years previous and nonetheless actively fishing, was left unable to work when his vessel was stolen. Whereas the boat was finally recovered, the engine was not. The NIA Cupboard responded swiftly and in full settlement.
“We made a unanimous choice that we’ll donate a brand-new engine to Mr. Daniel in order that he can get again on the water,” Hon. Evelyn defined. “It’s a expensive piece of kit, however we made the choice as a caring Administration… to revive his commerce, and we’re delighted that we’re in a position to do that this morning.”
To additional help Mr. Daniel’s secure return to fishing, Minister Evelyn additionally introduced a VHF hi fi, generously donated by Mr. Donald Bartlett of Dunn’s Cell Marine in Florida, a Nevisian dwelling overseas.
“We wish to applaud Mr. Bartlett for this initiative,” mentioned Evelyn. “I’m certain this VHF radio will go very far when Mr. Daniel goes out on sea, as a result of it’s important that if you’re out on sea that you’ve the required security gear as nicely.”
Director of Marine Sources for St. Kitts and Nevis, Mr. Randel Thompson, praised the NIA’s dedication to supporting its residents.
“This morning we at the moment are having a second of restoration… A really, excellent gesture from the Nevis Island Administration that he may proceed his commerce as a fisherman,” mentioned Thompson. “So I actually wish to thank the fishing group, the Nevis Island Administration, and naturally the help from the Division of Marine Sources for making this a actuality.”
Additionally attending the presentation had been Deputy Director of Marine Sources Corey Maynard, representatives from Nevis Division of Marine Sources, and a number of other of Mr. Daniel’s closest relations.
Talking on behalf of the household, his daughter Mrs. Charmaine Daniel-Hanley shared emotional phrases of appreciation.
“We’re certainly grateful, joyful, and joyful. I simply wish to say thanks to the Nevis Island Administration, the Deputy Premier, the Marine Useful resource Division, the Agriculture Division, the entire crew for making this a actuality.”
Due to the united efforts of the Nevis Island Administration, native departments, and caring people, Mr. Franklyn Daniel will as soon as once more got down to sea, offering not just for his household but additionally contributing to meals safety on the island.
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