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ICAR Leadership Crisis Exposes Larger Issues of CIP Funds Misuse by Philip J. Pierre’s Administration

ICAR faces turmoil as executive members resign amid allegations of CIP funds misuse, raising questions about transparency and leadership accountability.

Unitedpac by Unitedpac
September 13, 2024
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ICAR Leadership Crisis Deepens Amid Allegations of CIP Funds Mismanagement and Political Manipulation

The Iyanola Council for the Advancement of Rastafari (ICAR) is facing its most significant internal crisis yet, following the resignation of several executive members. With allegations of financial mismanagement and internal friction, the organization’s leadership structure is under immense scrutiny. While the exact number of resignations remains uncertain, ICAR President Aron Alexander has confirmed the departures, but he declined to reveal specific details.

Among those vocal about the situation is Peter ‘Ras Ipa’ Isaac, a founding member of ICAR, who expressed no surprise over the recent upheaval. Ras Ipa stated: “I am not surprised by what had happened at all, due to the character of some of the members of the association. What has happened there will affect the association tremendously.”

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Aron Alexander and Philip J Pierre at a Marcus Garvey handing over ceremony amid the ongoing ICAR leadership crisis and CIP fund concerns.
Aron Alexander and Philip J Pierre at a Marcus Garvey handing over ceremony

On his Facebook page, Ras Ipa further elaborated on the situation, referencing the allocation of CIP funds for Marcus Garvey Day celebrations. In his post, he noted, “FOUR EXECUTIVE MEMBERS OF ICAR’S BOARD RESIGNED. Why they RESIGNED? It’s because of lack of accountability of funds given to its chairman for the purpose of celebrating Marcus Garvey Day. These things happen when people put in position individuals who are ‘FOUND WANTING.'”

While Ras Ipa did not directly accuse ICAR leadership of financial mismanagement, his statement raises questions about the transparency surrounding the $20,000 allocated for the Marcus Garvey Day celebrations. This comes in the context of another $250,000 in CIP funds allegedly allocated to Priest Kailash, with no clear explanation for its use. According to an anonymous source, these financial discrepancies have led to growing discontent within ICAR, culminating in the resignation of the executive members.

Priest Kailash wearing a turban, central to the ICAR leadership crisis, amidst allegations of CIP funds mismanagement and lack of accountability.
Priest Kailash recipient of $250,000.00 CIP funds

This crisis not only exposes internal divisions but also shines a spotlight on the broader issue of CIP funds being distributed under questionable circumstances. Critics argue that Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre’s administration has been using CIP resources to gain political leverage, as evidenced by the financial support provided to certain groups, including ICAR, ahead of the next elections.

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Many citizens are frustrated, asking why large sums of money are being funneled into specific organizations while national infrastructure, such as hospitals and roads, remains in disrepair. The allocation of CIP funds, critics suggest, reflects Pierre’s priorities, which seem to favor electioneering over addressing urgent public needs.

As tensions mount, ICAR members are expected to raise these issues at their upcoming quarterly meeting, with many demanding clarity on the resignations and the handling of CIP funds. Meanwhile, the Pierre administration continues to face pressure for its handling of national resources, with calls for greater transparency and accountability growing louder by the day.

The ongoing ICAR leadership crisis has become emblematic of a broader issue: a government that prioritizes political survival over public service, leaving citizens to wonder whether their needs will ever truly come first.

Tags: Aron Alexander ICAR scandalCIP funds controversyICAR financial mismanagementICAR leadership crisisMarcus Garvey Day fundsPeter Ras Ipa statementsPhilip J Pierre electioneeringPriest Kailash CIP fundsRastafari executive resignationsSaint Lucia CIP misuse

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