Trinidadian Dancehall artiste Medz Boss, whose real name is Joseph Olliviere, has been released from detention after the Trinidad and Tobago government revoked the detention order that had kept him in custody since March.

The revocation was formally issued by Trinidad and Tobago’s Minister of Homeland Security, Roger Alexander, on August 24, 2026, according to a Legal Notice published in the country’s official Gazette on August 28.

The government document confirms that the detention order against Olliviere, dated March 19, 2026, was revoked under the country’s Emergency Powers Regulations.

The notice does not give a reason for the decision to revoke the order.

Detention Began in March

Olliviere was placed under preventive detention on March 19 under the Emergency Powers Regulations, 2026.

The original detention order directed that he be held at the Eastern Correctional Rehabilitation Centre in Santa Rosa, Arima, or another location designated by the Minister of Homeland Security.

The order contained allegations based on confidential intelligence and identified Olliviere as allegedly being associated with the Rasta City/Seven Gang, which the document described as an organised criminal group.

Those claims were presented as the grounds for preventive detention and should not be interpreted as a criminal conviction or finding of guilt.

The official revocation order does not indicate that the allegations were proven, nor does it provide an explanation for why the detention order was withdrawn.

Under paragraph 9 of the Schedule to the Emergency Powers Regulations, the Minister of Homeland Security has the authority to revoke a detention order at any time.

Release Comes as His Music Continues to Travel

Medz Boss’ release comes while his music has been gaining attention beyond Trinidad and Tobago.

His song “Just Do It”, released in November 2025, has developed a strong regional presence and has also found an audience in Jamaica.

The track appeared on Jamaica’s Dancehall Top 25 chart, while current streaming data shows the song continuing to chart across several Caribbean territories, including Jamaica.

The song has also accumulated millions of plays on Audiomack, according to the platform’s listing for the track.

The growing popularity of “Just Do It” has helped keep Medz Boss’ name circulating in Dancehall circles even during his lengthy absence from the scene.

Kman and Plumpy Boss Called for His Freedom

His release also follows a highly publicised moment involving fellow Trinidadian artistes Kman and Plumpy Boss.

The two artistes appeared together at Summer Stage in Trinidad and Tobago on August 22, where they publicly put aside their differences and called for Medz Boss to be freed.

Their appearance attracted attention because of the longstanding tensions associated with the two artistes and their respective circles.

Footage from the performance circulated online, showing the pair sharing the stage in what was viewed as a significant moment for the Trinibad scene.

However, the timing of their public appeal and Medz Boss’ release does not establish that the performance directly influenced the government’s decision. The official revocation order provides no explanation for the minister’s decision.

A New Chapter for Medz Boss

After spending roughly five months in detention, Medz Boss is now free as he returns to a music scene that continued moving during his absence.

His release comes at a time when “Just Do It” remains visible on Caribbean music charts and playlists, allowing the artiste to reconnect with listeners in Trinidad, Jamaica and other territories where his music has gained traction.

For now, the official record establishes one clear development: the detention order issued against Joseph Olliviere on March 19 has been revoked.

The government has not publicly stated the reason for the revocation, leaving that part of the story unanswered.