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Agency takes issue with Gov. Minister’s comments

Agency takes issue with Gov. Minister’s comments

March 7, 2025
8:58 am

A leading advertising agency, has taken issue with Minister of State in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Davidson Ishmael, referring to some marketing campaigns as “unscrupulous.”

Chief Executive Officer of RED Advertising, Jevan Jutagir was responding to Mr. Ishmael’s comments on Wednesday, when he chastised Companies for producing commercials for children, enticing them to consume sugary drinks.

Jutagir says the Minister’s comments have been misdirected.

He further stated that his Company is willing to be part of the solution.

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