Historic Shift: NDP’s Godwin Friday Takes Helm in St Vincent Election

The New Democratic Party (NDP) has claimed a sweeping victory in St Vincent and the Grenadines, breaking the Unity Labour Party's 24-year reign. Godwin Friday will replace Ralph Gonsalves as Prime Minister. Amid celebrations, the election reflects a shift from the region's 'pink tide' politics.

In a historic political shift, the New Democratic Party (NDP) clinched a resounding win in St Vincent and the Grenadines' general election, seizing all but one seat, according to official results announced on Friday.

The victory ends the Unity Labour Party's 24-year governance, with NDP leader Godwin Friday poised to take over from Ralph Gonsalves, a stalwart figure in the Caribbean political landscape.

Amid jubilant celebrations, Friday's supporters greeted him at the capital's ferry terminal, while international figures lauded the peaceful and democratic electoral process.

(With inputs from agencies.)