The St Lucian government established a committee to discuss the request from the promoters to allow Vybz to perform there. It said that the committee looked at a number of factors, the history of the artiste, solicit views and opinions of key institutions and organizations in the country and determine the general impact of the artist’s performance on the population, particularly the youth.
“Having looked carefully at the significant amount of information presented, and considering the views and opinions of the many individuals and institutions as well as available options, the Government of St Lucia through the Ministry of Labour, Information and Broadcasting has decided not to grant a work permits to Mr Adidja Azim Palmer otherwise known as Vybz Kartel for performances at the Hot FM promoted Supreme Weekend show scheduled for April 30 and May 1, 2010.
“In light of the foregoing, and in order to ensure consistency and to avoid discrimination, Government has decided that in going forward, it is essential to establish a permanent committee to review applications for artistes seeking permits to perform in St Lucia,” the government said in a statement.
Vybz has been embroiled in a feud with a rival entertainer in Jamaica and has been banned from performing in several Caribbean islands. He has also been denied a visa to enter and perform in the United States.
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