Former Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Keith Rowley has delivered a blistering critique of the current administration’s handling of crime, accusing government figures of incompetence and failing to curb escalating violence despite an ongoing State of Emergency.
In a strongly worded statement shared on social media, Rowley pointed to the continued rise in violent incidents across the country, arguing that authorities have not implemented effective measures to address the crisis.
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“Have you seen how they were so vociferous about crime in our society?” Rowley wrote. “When I sought to address it by treating violent crime as a public health issue, they mocked and dismissed the approach.”
He contended that the same critics who once promised swift solutions have since failed to deliver. “They claimed to have a simple crime plan that would turn things around once they assumed office. Now what?” he asked.
Rowley further accused officials of minimizing the severity of ongoing violence, suggesting that responsibility for addressing crime has shifted away from national leadership. “Now, every day brings another violent incident, and they attempt to downplay it,” he said.
In his most controversial remarks, the former prime minister alleged that individuals within or aligned with the government lack the competence required for effective governance. He also questioned the contributions of several public figures, including David Nakhid, Anil Roberts, Philip Alexander, and David Lee, asking what they bring to national development.
Rowley warned that continued mismanagement could have serious consequences for the country’s stability and institutions.
“This augurs for a very messy situation and damage to citizens and national institutions,” he stated. “When that happens, the quality of life for the entire population diminishes.”
His comments add to growing political tensions in Trinidad and Tobago, as public concern over crime and national security continues to dominate the national conversation.
