Apology to Fesco and CEO Mr Jeremy Barnes

The Jamaica Observer has issued a formal apology for incorrectly attributing a statement about Fesco’s market position to Mr. Jeremy Barnes, the company’s CEO, in a recent BusinessWeek article titled ‘Fesco Fuel Sales Surge 7.4%’. The publication acknowledged that Mr. Barnes did not make the quoted remark and expressed regret for the error and any resulting confusion among its readers. As part of its corrective measures, the Observer has removed the misattributed quote from all its published materials. This incident highlights the importance of accurate reporting and the potential consequences of misinformation in business journalism. The Observer has reaffirmed its commitment to upholding journalistic integrity and ensuring the reliability of its content moving forward.