GRENVILLE, Grenada — The New National Party held its NNP Gospel Rally on Sunday, Nov. 1, bringing prayer, worship and fellowship into the closing days of its campaign ahead of the Nov. 5 general election.
Billed as “Better Together,” the gathering featured in a live broadcast on the party’s official Facebook page, allowing viewers beyond the venue to follow the proceedings.
The party’s accompanying coverage emphasized religious praise and thanksgiving. Short videos shared during the evening carried captions referring to rejoicing, giving glory to God and fellowship among those attending.
The event gave the opposition party’s final weekend of campaigning a faith-centered focus as it seeks a return to government under Emmalin Pierre.
Pierre is the first woman to lead the NNP into a general election, following the leadership of former Prime Minister Keith Mitchell. The November vote will test the party’s efforts to regain office after its defeat in June 2022.
Faith features in NNP Gospel Rally ahead of polling
The “Better Together” gathering added a gospel event to the party’s election activities, with its broadcast and accompanying clips extending the evening’s religious message to an online audience.
The NNP is challenging the governing National Democratic Congress, led by Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell. In the 2022 general election, the NDC won nine parliamentary seats and the NNP secured six.
As the parties approach polling day, international observers have also begun assessing preparations and the electoral environment.
CARICOM confirmed in an Oct. 31 statement announcing its election observation mission that its representatives had already met Pierre, along with representatives of other political parties, police and media organizations.
The mission is headed by Herman St. Helen, chief elections officer of the Saint Lucia Electoral Department. Its mandate covers the pre-election and post-election environment, as well as the conduct of voting.
On Thursday, observers will monitor the opening of polling stations, the casting of votes, the closure of polls, ballot counting and the declaration of results.
CARICOM plans to issue a preliminary assessment on Nov. 6, followed by a detailed report containing its findings and recommendations.
