OBA Leader: PAC To Launch Full Investigation
“When Parliament reconvenes, the Opposition will ensure the Public Accounts Committee [PAC] launches a full investigation,” OBA Leader Jarion Richardson said in relation to the Savvy Entertainment matter, while the Government noted that “the Savvy Entertainment matter is a serious issue, and it should be recalled that the initial complaint to the Police was made by the government.”
OBA Leader Jarion Richardson Statement
OBA Leader Jarion Richardson said, “Court filings on Savvy Entertainment, obtained by The Royal Gazette, reveal deeply troubling questions about the use of public funds and the Premier’s decision to appoint Zane DeSilva as a Cabinet Minister, despite long-standing concerns over his role in this deal.
“Bermudians deserve to know why public funds were handed over with little oversight and why the Premier continued to support an individual now at the centre of serious allegations. This is not just one bad deal—it reflects a pattern of reckless decision-making at the highest levels of government. The time has come to expose just how deep this problem runs.
“When Parliament reconvenes, the Opposition will ensure the Public Accounts Committee [PAC] launches a full investigation. We will push for public hearings and demand transparency—any Government member opposing this will be named and held accountable.
“The PAC’s core mission is to safeguard the public interest by reviewing government spending and financial governance.
“This investigation will scrutinize decision-making processes, contractual agreements, and risks to public funds. Our priority is protecting taxpayers, strengthening oversight, and preventing future abuses.
“This is not about political games—it’s about integrity and responsible governance. Bermudians deserve confidence that public funds are managed transparently and effectively. The Opposition is committed to using every tool available, especially the PAC, to ensure full accountability.
“The public deserves answers, and we will provide them.”
Government Statement
A Government spokesperson said, “The Government remains committed to transparency, accountability, and the responsible management of public funds. The Savvy Entertainment matter is a serious issue, and it should be recalled that the initial complaint to the Police was made by the government.
“It is a matter of public record that considerable efforts have been made by the various responsible law enforcement agencies to recover these funds and to ensure that Mr. Blakely is held to account for what has occurred
“As this matter remains under active police investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment on specific details at this time.
“The Opposition has chaired the Public Accounts Committee, a powerful tool to hold the government of the day accountable, since 2017 and it has been virtually defunct for most of that time. While the Opposition have finally decided to use the power of the PAC, one must question whether they are motivated by accountability or just chasing headlines.
“Despite the Opposition highlighting this issue in a political context, our focus remains on the broader responsibility of governing, ensuring financial stewardship, strengthening oversight, and working in the best interests of all Bermudians.”
