Antigua St John's - Political Leader of the Antigua Labour Party (ALP) Lester Bird has said he is fit and well, and able to continue in his role as leader of the opposition party.
Questions were raised after Bird fainted during a funeral service last week and spent several hours at a medical facility.
Speaking on the ALP weekly radio programme Insight on Tuesday night, Bird said his fainting came as a result of dehydration and had nothing to do with his diabetes, which had caused him to faint in public at least twice before.
“The church was very hot and I sweated profusely," Bird explained. "It seemed as though I did not drink enough water and this led to my collapse."
He said his diabetic condition would not prevent him from continuing as leader of the ALP.
“I am fit enough to carry out the function that I am supposed to do," he said. "Part of my problem is that I have not managed my diabetes well in the past, but this last incident has served as a wake-up call for me. I now have to ensure that I eat on time and follow my regiment."
The ALP leader he would step down immediately if he felt that he was incapable of functioning effectively.
“I would not want to maintain this position if I did not think that I could manage it… my mental faculties are as good as ever,” Bird said.
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Be a consultant Sir, U will command more respect
I certainly see you as the best leader for this country. You definitely have what it takes as a great leader. However, age and sickness is something that we all should respect. It certainly means then, that there will come a time when we as humans need to throw in our towel when ever nature calls. I think sir, that your time is now. Yes you still have alot to offer but not as a leader of a political party but a political consultant to the party. I can assure you that you will be alot more effective and simultaneously command alot more respect from the m** out there than what you are presently recieving.
Bluddy Bloke
...the wise and prudent...
Lester, you have no positive vision for our Nation. An elementary school child has more positive vision than you. Give it up for what has been hidden from the wise and prudent will be revealed unto baby's and suckling's. GIVE THE YOUTHS THEIR OPPORTUNITY TO SHINE, your father gave you your shot after you had Bxoxxcooxxr descredit your brother Vere...me garne
Jumbee Picknee
...the wise and prudent...
Serveral years ago, I had the opportunity to listen to the then Prime Minister speak at the our Consulate in Washington, DC. He took questions afterwards and these were two of the questions that were put forth to him along with his answers.
1...As the leader of our Nation, what role do you think agriculture should play in the future development of our Nation?
His answer was, quote "the Jews will fly in our food from Miami."
2...As the leader of our Nation, think ahead 50 years and give us a brief synopsis of what concrete ideas you have for the future generations, that is the youths of the Nation. His answer was, and again I quote, "I cannot see ahead that far. "I could not believe my ears, as the leader of a developing Nation, these were his answers. A child would have more vision than that. Give it up Lester, I don't want to see you end up like Kadaffi or Hitler...me garne
Jumbee Picknee
Time's up
KR
RE: Lester Bird Says He Is Fit To Continue
As an ex fast bowler in the game of cricket,he must know that when the 'shine' is off the ball,it is more difficult to make it 'swing' .. making it easier for the batsman to pick up its speed and trajectory and clobber it mercilessly to the boundary.
Same thing in the game of life,Lester.As we age our bodies (both physically and mentally) loses its 'shine' and slows us down.Fortunately,
your doctor has pronounced you to be in RELATIVELY good health,why not
retire,call it 'George'......a nd enjoy the remaining time in the autumn of
your years.
Was a delight wicket-keeping for you,my friend.
Pinky
When is enough not enough?
Morris
Voice from the North
John James
jus giv up.
lethal.
Lester politics cant be more important to your health
2 Cent
RE: Lester Bird Says He Is Fit To Continue
Dessalines
Almost 80?
Skyewill
step aside Lester
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RE: Lester Bird Says He Is Fit To Continue
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