Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley has paid glowing tribute to former Tobago House of Assembly Chief Secretary Hochoy Charles, who passed away this morning after a sustained illness. Dr. Rowley described Charles as a patriot saying: “ There can be no dispute over the fact that Hochoy Charles, affectionately known as “The Heavy Roller”, has been a patriotic powerhouse in the leadership of Tobago for decades.”
Hochoy Charles, the first Chief Secretary of the Tobago House of Assembly, Charles served as Chief Secretary from December 1996 to January 2001.
The Prime Minister posted a statement posted on social media, said Hochoy Charles’ advocacy and steadfastness have benefited all of Tobago :”Even as he aspired to greater autonomy for Tobago, this can in no way diminish what has been accomplished, nor can it be superficially exploited by late risers who are yet to travel half his course,” Dr Rowley said.
Dr. Rowley added: “Tobago has lost a valued son and would celebrate his life as one who contributed to her development.” Hochoy Charles served as a Government Senator And Parliamentary Secretary during the 3rd Republican Parliament as a Member of the National Alliance for Reconstruction.