Antiguan authorities have ordered the deportation of five foreign nationals following their conviction for immigration offenses in St. John’s Magistrate Court. The individuals, comprising one Trinidadian and four Jamaican citizens, formally admitted to overstaying their legally permitted duration in the country.
Appearing before Senior Magistrate Ngaio Emanuel, the group—whose ages range from 28 to 39—entered guilty pleas to charges of violating Antigua’s immigration regulations. Among those facing removal are Cornelius Thomas, a 39-year-old nightclub manager at the Boardroom establishment on Nevis Street, and independent contractor Marcel Parker. The group further includes beauty specialist Kizzy Johnson, carpenter Javon Keroy Watson, and barber Luckicy Andra McDermott.
Following judicial proceedings, all five individuals received formal removal orders mandating their expulsion from the nation. They are currently detained at a secure immigration holding facility under the supervision of border control authorities. Official sources confirm the deportations will be executed before the week’s conclusion, with arrangements underway for their repatriation to respective countries of origin.
The case highlights Antigua and Barbuda’s strengthened enforcement of immigration protocols, particularly regarding visa compliance and authorized duration of stay for foreign workers. Legal experts note that such enforcement actions demonstrate the government’s commitment to maintaining immigration system integrity while addressing concerns about unauthorized employment practices.