Leadership is a privilege, GG tells PM Holness at swearing-in
Published:Tuesday | September 16, 2025 | 5:23 PM
Governor General Sir Patrick Allen says leadership is not merely a title, but a privilege and solemn responsibility.
Allen made the declaration while delivering remarks before he administered the Oath of Office to Dr Andrew Michael Holness, installing him as Jamaica’s ninth Prime Minister since Independence.
The swearing-in was held at King’s House on Tuesday.
Holness’ Jamaica Labour Party was elected to form the Government following the September 3 General Election, securing 35 seats to the 28 won by the main opposition People’s National Party.
Commenting on the elections, Allen remarked that Jamaica’s democratic tradition is strong.
“The smooth conduct of the recent General Election – the 15th such exercise since Independence – testifies to the professionalism of the Electoral Office, the Electoral Commission, and the thousands of election workers who gave of their time and talent,” he said.
He encouraged Holness to be a good steward of the country.
Noting that important foundations have been laid during Holness’ previous tenures, the Governor General said Holness carried the hopes of a people who desire a society that is safer, more inclusive, prosperous, and more just.
“You are, once again, called to lead with clarity, conviction, and compassion to ensure that the fruits of the progress that we have shared [mean] that no Jamaican is left behind.”
- Livern Barrett
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