Hgp nightly news reports | Former Region Three Police Commander Assistant Commissioner Khalid Mandall, who was placed on administrative leave during the investigation into the death of 11-year-old Adrianna Younge, has quietly resumed his duties. Nightly News has confirmed that Mandall has been reassigned as Second in Command-Operations. His leadership faced intense scrutiny following a […]
The News Desk Reports | A tragic accident on the Number 63 Public Road has resulted in the death of a 16-year-old girl from Limlair Village. She succumbed to her injuries while receiving medical attention at the Number 75 Hospital. The Region Six Commander confirmed that other passengers involved in the accident are currently hospitalized, […]
Date: November 21, 2025 The Ministry of Natural Resources wishes to address the claims made in the Kaieteur News article titled “New PSA mirrors Stabroek Block blunder.” The report alleges that the government has created a loophole in a newly awarded petroleum agreement, potentially allowing TotalEnergies, Qatar Energy, and Petronas to recover royalties owed to […]
Tears of pride flowed freely as Natalya Adolphus, a bright 22-year-old, celebrated a milestone achievement: she became the first in her family to earn a university degree, specifically a Bachelor of Science in Management from the School of Entrepreneurship and Business Innovation. This accomplishment was hailed as a “broken chain” and the start of a […]
Collin Jackman, a 24-year-old resident of Tuschen, was sentenced to 18 years of imprisonment on Wednesday, following his guilty plea in the 2021 murder of 59-year-old Keith Richard Hohenkirk, an amputee, during a drug-induced robbery. Jackman entered his guilty plea last month at the High Court in Demerara, presided over by Acting Chief Justice Navindra […]
A Partnership For National Unity (APNU) has expressed support for the recommendations outlined in the European Union’s Election Observation Mission final report. This comes as political parties react to the findings related to the recent elections in Guyana. President Irfaan Ali criticized the report, questioning the integrity and influence of the local staff employed by […]
President Irfaan Ali has issued a stern warning to contractors regarding the timely and effective execution of infrastructural projects, emphasizing that failure to meet deadlines could lead to temporary blacklisting. Speaking during a community outreach on Thursday, the President reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to accountability and performance tracking. “We are taking an approach to government […]
A concerning increase in diabetes and the number of patients requiring dialysis has led the government to implement urgent new interventions in Region Six, according to President Irfaan Ali, who addressed the issue during a community outreach on Friday. He described the trend as “deeply concerning,” highlighting the need for immediate treatment support as well […]
The government is realigning its focus in Region Six, pivoting towards new priorities after significant investments in drainage and irrigation (D&I) which have now become the least pressing concern for residents. This shift was announced by President Irfaan Ali during a press conference held on Friday, attended by Cabinet members, Members of Parliament, and regional […]
President Irfaan Ali has unveiled ambitious plans aimed at significantly expanding home ownership in Region Six, promising to deliver house lots to every eligible applicant within the next five years. Addressing a gathering of hundreds at the Classic Tarmac in Corriverton, President Ali stated that the Central Housing and Planning Authority (CHPA) is ramping up […]
President Irfaan Ali took decisive action on Friday by directly addressing a long-standing issue at the Corriverton Municipal Market. He criticized the existing 4 PM cutoff time that restricts vendors from bringing in their produce and goods after that hour, describing the rule as nonsensical and urging its immediate removal. During a community outreach event […]
Toronto-born actor Spencer Lofranco, widely recognized for his roles in the crime dramas Gotti and King Cobra, has died at the age of 33. The news was confirmed by his brother, Santino Lofranco, in a heartfelt Instagram post shared on Thursday, November 20. A cause of death has not yet been released. “To the legend… […]
Raywattie Khamraj, known as Annie Khemraj, a 43-year-old resident of Richardstown, has been charged in connection with an alleged cybercrime committed on November 19, 2025. The allegation involves Khamraj using a computer system to disseminate false information about the Honourable Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation, Mr. Deodat Indar. On Friday, November 21, 2025, Khamraj […]
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of 12-year-old Samesh Singh, whose body was discovered on the Golden Fleece Foreshore after being reported missing on Thursday afternoon. The tragic discovery was made by a relative of Singh who was searching for him at the time. The child’s body was found lying face down in […]
The Guyana Police Force is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 14-year-old Maria Hack, who has been reported missing. According to the report, Maria, a Guyanese national, is 5 feet tall, fair in complexion, and has black hair. She was last seen wearing short blue pants, a pink top, and black slippers. Investigators say she […]
Shamirika Gibson, a 23-year-old woman, was sentenced to seven years in prison on Wednesday for the manslaughter of 21-year-old Carol Davidson, a mother of two. Acting Chief Justice Navindra Singh delivered the sentence at the High Court in Demerara, following Gibson’s guilty plea to the lesser charge. Initially charged with murder, Gibson accepted responsibility for […]
Public Works Minister Juan Edghill has announced significant upcoming upgrades to major roads in and around Georgetown to enhance traffic flow and improve connectivity. Speaking on the Starting Point Podcast, he highlighted the government’s commitment to rapidly advancing road works in the city. Minister Edghill noted that areas like Brickdam are in need of urgent […]
A concerning trend in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) has emerged in Guyana, with over 600 new patients starting dialysis in just a few years. Dr. Shanti Singh-Anthony, Chairman of the Guyana Human Organ and Tissue Transplant Agency, shared these statistics from a recent study on CKD. According to Dr. Anthony, cases of CKD have risen […]
Police officers have recovered significant quantities of illegal substances at Honey Camp Landing, Issano, along with cash believed to be proceeds from narcotics sales. According to a release from Police Headquarters, two males were intercepted during the operation: a 48-year-old man from Linden and a 29-year-old from Lethem, both engaged in small-scale mining, known locally […]
Police have recovered a firearm during an operation on Wednesday at an abandoned plot of land in Tabatinga, Lethem. While conducting the search, officers noticed a man fleeing into nearby bushes. Despite a pursuit, the individual managed to escape and is currently being sought by authorities. Following the chase, police continued their search of the […]
