President commends Nicholas Barra for his bravery |02 August 2017

President Danny Faure received Nicholas Barra at State House yesterday morning, in recognition of his tremendous bravery.

The president commended Mr Barra for his great act of bravery, resulting in him saving the lives of five people from drowning at sea during a recent incident that occurred some 25 metres from shore near the Allamanda Hotel at Anse Forbans.

"You were brave and courageous enough to risk your own life in order to save others. On behalf of the government and the people of Seychelles we thank you and applaud your efforts,” said President Faure.

During the meeting Mr Barra shared his experience of the incident with the president and thanked him for welcoming him to State House.

Mr Barra is a 42-year-old well-trained former life guard.  During the meeting, Mr Barra also raised the possibility with the president of creating a life-saving network in south Mahé on popular beaches, especially during the southeast trade winds.