During Majority Rule Ecumenical Service in Grand Bahama, residents urged to keep sharing the Bahamian story

Minister for Grand Bahama, the Hon. Ginger Moxey reminded attendees at the Majority Rule Ecumenical Service of the duty of every Bahaman to never stop sharing the Bahamian story. The service and gospel concert were held at New Life Worship Center in celebration of 59 years of Majority Rule in The Bahamas, and was attended by a cross-section of residents.

GRAND BAHAMA, The Bahamas - Minister for Grand Bahama, the Hon. Ginger Moxey urged residents during the Ecumenical Service of Majority Rule to never stop sharing the Bahamian story.

The service of thanksgiving and reflection was held at New Life Worship Center on Sunday, January 11, 2026 in celebration of 59 years of Majority Rule in The Bahamas.

It was attended by a cross-section of residents who lifted up prayers, sang praises to God for such a milestone and reflected on those who helped to make that day possible.

Minister Moxey stressed the significance of Majority Rule Day, our invaluable historical accounts and the reason for its observance as a national holiday.

"January 10, 1967 is undoubtedly one of the most significant days in our nation's history; a pivotal moment that altered the destiny of The Bahamas," she said.

"On that day political powers transferred from the elite minority to the majority, paving the way for equality and democracy, establishing governance based on the will of the people and setting The Bahamas on a clear path towards independence."

Minister Moxey further pointed out that it was the selfless acts of our freedom fighters - bold Bahamian forefathers and foremothers - whose vision and relentless efforts unified Bahamians to vote in pursuit of social justice.

Majority Rule marked the end of exclusion and the beginning of a more just and inclusive society.

"This is our story; the narrative of the country we love and the place we proudly call home. For this reason we have a duty to never stop sharing our story with Bahamians of all ages, especially our young people to honour the legacy of Majority Rule - the Women's Suffrage Movement; the Labour Movement and every movement that was the catalyst for defining and redefining our nation's political and social history," she said.

Minister Moxey pointed out, however, that with all that has been accomplished there is still much more work to do.

"As we unite to commemorate this historic day by giving thanks and praise to Almighty God for His blessings, I challenge each of you to research, rediscover and share the story of us with your children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, friends and even neighbours to ensure that we never forget the road we've trod, but also to collaborate for even greater opportunities for the future," she said.

Scores of residents turned out for the service in a show of solidarity for Majority Rule Day, including clergymen, present and former Parliamentarians, and other dignitaries.

The service was followed by a gospel concert.