The Commander (Ag) of the St. Kitts- Nevis Defence Force, Major Kayode Sutton, strengthened ties with regional and international partners during the high-level United Kingdom and Caribbean Heads of Defence Conference held from January 27th to 29th, 2025 in the Dominican Republic. The Conference was co-hosted by the United Kingdom and the Dominican Republic. The…

Major Kayode Sutton, Acting Commander of the St. Kitts Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) conveyed the gratitude expressed by Dr. Hon Terrance Drew, the Prime Minister and Minister of National Security and his personal gratitude to the men and women of the Reserve and Band Corps for their continued commitment and dedication to service. The Commander…

Major Kayode Sutton, the Commander (Ag) of the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force met with the daughter of the late Commander of the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force, Captain Errol Maynard to receive a few memorabilia and other items significant value to the history of then St. Kitts Nevis Anguilla Defence Force (SKNADF)/ St Kitts…

Major Kayode Sutton, the Commander (Ag) of the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) met officially at the SKNDF Headquarters at Camp Springfield with Major Rodney Studer of the Florida National Guard (FLNG) based at the United States Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados to discuss the upcoming State partnership programs and Subject Matter Experts Exchanges (SMEE)…

The St Kitts-Nevis Defence Force collaborated with the Virgin Islands National Guard (VING) to conduct a Medical Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) SMEE at the Defence Force Base, Camp Springfield from January 13 to 17 January 2025. A team of U.S. Army medical personnel conducted a Subject Matter Expert Exchange (SMEE) with thirteen (13) members…

Basseterre, St Kitts, December 20, 2024 (SKNDF): The St. Kitts and Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) celebrated the holiday season with its annual Christmas lunch on Friday, December 20, 2024. The festive occasion brought together officers and ranks of the SKNDF, along with distinguished guests including the Hon. Prime Minister Dr. Terrence Drew, Permanent Secretary in…

On Tuesday, December 17th, 2024, the vibrant spirit of Christmas filled Government House as Her Excellency Dame Marcella Liburd, Governor General of St. Kitts and Nevis, hosted her second annual “Kitti-Vision Jingle Mingle” for the children of soldiers serving in the St. Kitts and Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF). The festive atmosphere was palpable as children…

The St. Kitts-Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) and the Royal Netherlands Marine Corps successfully completed their first joint exercise earlier this month, fostering collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and skill-building. The inaugural training, named Exercise Liamigua, took place from Tuesday, November 05th to Friday, November 08th, 2024. The exercise was the result of a partnership between the Minister of…

A team from the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force supported the 16th Annual Pink Walk of the Essence of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation which started at Buckleys and ended at Frigate Bay on Saturday 26th October 2024. The team was lead by Major Sutton, Acting Commander of the SKNDF. Major Sutton and the SKNDF strongly…

Strategies to enhance maritime safety and security were explored at the Regional Security System (RSS) Coast Guard Commanders’ Conference held at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort from October 10 to 11, 2024. The engaging discussions revolved around the conference theme, “Maritime Security in the Sub-Region: Safety, Resilience, and Sustainment.” Participants examined strategies to bolster domain…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 11, 2024 (SKNDF): St. Kitts and Nevis successfully hosted the Regional Security System (RSS) Security Chiefs Meeting on October 8 and 9, 2024. The event provided an opportunity to exchange valuable insights and strategies aimed at strengthening the mission to protect their respective nations while strengthening regional cooperation. The meeting, held at the St. Kitts Marriott…

On Tuesday, September 24, 2024, an officer from the Dutch Marine paid a courtesy call on Major Kayode Sutton, the Acting Commander of the St. Kitts Nevis Defence Force. The visit was a precursor to the upcoming Mid-Planning Conference for Exercise Liamigua, a joint military training exercise set to take place over the period November…

A Glorious Display of Unity and Patriotism: St. Kitts and Nevis Celebrates Independence 41 The Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis marked its 41st Independence Anniversary with a grand ceremonial parade at Warner Park. Led by the St. Kitts Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF), the event showcased the nation’s unwavering spirit and commitment to its sovereignty.…

On Friday 13 September 2024, four (4) members of the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force, successfully completed the RSS TI Junior Leadership Course that was held at Fort Smith, Coast Guard Base, St Kitts. LCPL Fredericks, LCPL Creary O, LCPL Vanterpool V and LCPL Eddy D were among twenty six other students including three (3)…

The St Kitts Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) Cadet Corps made a significant impact at the Inaugural Meeting of the OECS Joint Council of Ministers: Health, Human & Social Development & Educations. The cadets were tasked with escorting dignitaries and participating in the flag-placing ceremony, showcasing their exceptional training and discipline. This public event provided the…

Introduction: The St Kitts Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) played a vital role in fostering patriotism among the youth of the nation on Friday, September 6, 2024. Sgt Elliott D visited Epworth/Maurice Hillier Memorial Junior School to educate students on the proper handling and respect of the national flag. Body: The fifth and sixth-grade students were…

Introduction: The St Kitts Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) took proactive steps to bolster community safety and reassurance on Friday, September 6, 2024. Through a series of strategic operations, the force demonstrated its commitment to serving and protecting the law-abiding citizens of Basseterre. Body: The SKNDF conducted a comprehensive operational presence throughout the city, including a…

On Saturday, August 31, 2024, the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force participated in the Annual National Tree Planting Day activity.The initiative was spearheaded by the Department of Agriculture, in collaboration with the Departments of Environment and Constituency Empowerment. The aim is to protect our environment and promote food security. National Tree Planting Day is part…

The Acting Commander of the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force, Major Kayode P Sutton recently engaged with the Volunteer Reserve Force element of the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force at Camp Springfield.Major Kayode Sutton met with the Officer Commanding of the Reserve Force, along with other senior officers and sergeants to revitalize that key component…

On Monday 19 August 2024, The Governor General of St Kitts & Nevis, Her Excellency Dame Marcella Liburd GCMG, JP who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force, hosted a Staff Development Session at the Defence Force Base, Camp Springfield.The main presenter was a Psychotherapist, Dr. Paula Watson from the United Kingdom…

As the SKNDF continues its route clearance and damage assessment duties after the passage of Tropical Storm Ernesto. A joint team consisting of the SKN Regiment, Force Logistics and the JSOTT unit cleared roads in Upper Cayon and assisted persons in the Community with removing fallen trees from the side of homes. Upon ensuring the…

The Federation of St Kitts and Nevis saw the passage of Tropical Storm Ernesto on Tuesday 13 August and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) activated the National Emergency Operating Centre (NEOC) to safety guide the Federation through the storm. In accordance to the mission of the SKNDF, to assist NEMA in National Disasters, the…