‘Better Must Come’ faction a failure – AFC’s Onix Duncan says as he resigns 

Onix Duncan, a young leader within the Alliance For Change (AFC) party, resigned from the party on Saturday, stating that the “Better Must Come” faction has been a failure and that the party no longer champions key values. 

Duncan communicated his resignation to the AFC’s General Secretary, Raphael Trotmen, and President of the Youth For Change, LeShante Marks. 

“The leadership has failed to create a space of genuine inclusion and internal engagement, particularly following the creation of a faction/ group called the ‘Better Must Come,’ this failure is an opportunity squandered for broader unity and reform,” Duncan wrote. 

He also stated that the continued tolerance of disrespectful and homophobic behaviours towards AFC members further eroded the party’s credibility and effectiveness. 

“I remain committed to a political culture rooted in accountability, discipline, and justice, values that the AFC once championed but now struggles to embody,” he said too. 

Earlier this month, Duncan said he endorsed party leader Nigel Hughes for President. Mr. Hughes’ slogan has been “Better Must Come.” 

Duncan joins several other AFC members leaving the party. 

Earlier this month, popular AFC member Juretha Fernandes defected to APNU amid the AFC’s failure to re-enter a coalition agreement with APNU. Two other AFC colleagues, Sherod Duncan and Deonarine Ramsaroop, joined her in crossing parties.