Colina Insurance Limited generously donated several copies of Volumes 2 and 3 of “I Say What I Mean and I Mean What I Say: Hubert A. Ingraham In His Own Words to the University of The Bahamas’ Harry C. Moore Library and Information Centre in Nassau, as well as the library of UB-North, Grand Bahama. The books are units of a four-volume series. Colina donated copies of Volume 1 to the UB facility in 2022, the year of its publication.

“Colina is proud to be Bahamian and we are deeply committed to preserving our nation’s history,” said Maxine Seymour, director, corporate communications, Colina Insurance Limited. “We salute Mr Ingraham, his production team and publisher, Guanima Press Ltd on the release of volumes two and three, and are pleased to partner with the University to ensure that current and future generations have access to his legacy of leadership.”

According to the university librarian, Elsie Bain, the addition of the new volumes will ensure that students, scholars, researchers in general and members of the public at large will have access to accounts of the policies, decisions and leadership philosophies of the Hubert Ingraham, enhancing their understanding of the political and socio-economic landscape in The Bahamas.

M Teresa Butler, executive editor and Book Project team leader noted: “The support of Colina Insurance Ltd has been invaluable. Equally, this donation demonstrates the company’s support of the University of The Bahamas and their commitment to empowering future generations through knowledge and the preservation of our shared national heritage.”

“Indeed, this is a gift of historical significance, that will provide insight into the leadership of Mr Ingraham and some of the most significant events of the history of the nation, particularly of the 51 years since the country achieved independence from the UK and sovereignty. The donated volumes should prove an invaluable resource for students, researchers and the general-public alike,” Ms Butler said.

This latest donation by Colina Insurance Ltd, in a series of significant gifts, attests to the company’s belief in the importance of fostering education and intellectual growth in The Bahamas and to its long-term commitment to support quality development. In their continued commitment to community and education the company has long been a supporter of educational initiatives across The Bahamas. This donation reflects the company’s belief that the past informs the future, and investing in the preservation of Bahamian history through accessible academic resources is essential. By making these books available to the University of The Bahamas, Colina aims to inspire current and future students to take an active interest in the political and social development of their country.