The nation of Antigua and Barbuda is in mourning following the passing of esteemed former parliamentarian and government minister Eustace “Teco” Lake, who died Friday afternoon after battling a prolonged illness. The veteran politician had been receiving medical care in hospital during recent weeks.
Lake’s political career spanned multiple terms, having been successfully elected on the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party (ABLP) ticket during both the 2009 and 2014 general elections. He represented the constituency of St John’s Rural South with distinction and held the crucial portfolio of Minister for Works and Housing throughout his governmental tenure.
The former minister’s health challenges became public knowledge in January 2018 when he underwent a significant kidney transplant procedure. Later that same year, the ABLP selected current MP Daryll Matthew as their new candidate for Rural South, marking a transition in the constituency’s representation.
In response to the sad news, MP Matthew has publicly expressed profound condolences to Lake’s bereaved family, recognizing the deceased statesman’s enduring legacy and substantial contributions to his constituency and the broader national community. The outpouring of tributes from colleagues, constituents, and political adversaries alike demonstrates the widespread respect Lake earned throughout his dedicated public service career.