In an unprecedented political development, the Tobago People’s Party (TPP) has achieved a monumental victory by capturing all 15 seats in the Tobago House of Assembly (THA) election held on January 12. The landslide win represents a dramatic shift in the island’s political dynamics and marks a historic moment in Tobago’s governance history.
Former THA minority leader Kelvon Morris, who previously secured the Darrel Spring/Whim constituency in the December 2021 election, extended his congratulations to TPP political leader Farley Augustine despite losing his seat in the electoral sweep. Morris specifically acknowledged his successful TPP opponent Ricky Joefield while indicating his intention to request a recount due to the narrow margin of defeat in his electoral district.
Emphasizing the normalcy of such procedures in closely contested races, Morris stated that this step would ensure clarity and confidence in the electoral process. He simultaneously recognized the unequivocal nature of the preliminary results across Tobago, applauding all 15 TPP candidates for their decisive victory.
The Elections and Boundaries Commission (EBC) confirmed on January 13 that the Progressive National Movement (PNM) had formally requested recounts in both the Darrel Spring/Whim and Scarborough/Mt Grace districts, with proceedings scheduled to commence at 3 pm that same day.
In a reflective statement, Morris expressed gratitude toward his campaign team, volunteers, family, and supporters for their dedication throughout the election period. He specifically thanked constituents for the opportunity to serve and emphasized the importance of continued civic engagement in strengthening democratic institutions.
Looking toward Tobago’s future under TPP leadership, Morris articulated hopes that campaign commitments would be honored and that the new administration would govern with humility and integrity. He stressed the importance of delivering meaningful progress and opportunities for all Tobagonians while affirming his ongoing commitment to public service regardless of electoral outcomes.