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Controversy Over Ogle to Eccles Highway Costs: Edghill vs. Patterson

News Source Guyana Reports : One day after Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill praised the completion of the Ogle to Eccles Highway at a significantly lower cost than proposed by the previous APNU+AFC Administration, former Public Infrastructure Minister David Patterson has challenged this assertion, claiming the project was completed at a higher cost for […]

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Attorney General Defends U.S. Congress Members’ Criticism

of Guyana’s Political Developments Attorney General Anil Nandlall has firmly rejected claims that recent tweets from two U.S. Congress members criticizing political developments in Guyana are frivolous or orchestrated. Speaking on Tuesday night, Nandlall emphasized that social media posts from senior U.S. lawmakers carry significant weight and reflect serious policy positions rather than random commentary. […]

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Guyana to Establish National Sex Offenders Registry, Attorney General Assures

Attorney General Anil Nandlall has confirmed that Guyana will soon implement a national Sex Offenders Registry, addressing recent criticisms over delays in establishing this long-awaited system. In a statement made Tuesday night, Nandlall responded to an editorial that questioned, “Where is the Sex Offenders Registry?” and criticized the government for perceived inaction on the matter. […]

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ALP Condemns Verbal Attack on Movement Leader Dr. Simona Charles Broomes

at Regional Division 4 ‘B’ Headquarters In a Social Media Post Via the Assembly for Liberty and Prosperity Page ·  The Assembly for Liberty and Prosperity (ALP) strongly condemns the verbal attack on Dr. Simona Charles Broomes and other female members during a live broadcast at the Regional Division 4 ‘B’ Police Headquarters on July 1, […]

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Cop Arrested with Unlicensed Firearm and Ammunition in Ruimveldt

In the early hours of Tuesday, July 2, 2025, a police constable was arrested in Ruimveldt after being found in possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition. At approximately 1:30 AM, police ranks conducting an Anti-Crime Mobile Patrol received reports from residents about a white Premio motor car parked on a street in Riverview, with […]

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National AIDS Programme Secretariat Mourns the Loss of Felicia Hussain

The National AIDS Programme Secretariat (NAPS) has announced with great sadness the passing of Ms. Felicia Hussain. A dedicated Voluntary Counselor and Tester with NAPS since 2018, Ms. Hussain previously made significant contributions as a seasoned Peer Educator. Her hard work and commitment to the program had a profound impact on many lives, and her […]

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Family Mourns Loss of Leon Sikandar in Tragic Three-Vehicle Collision

The family of Leon Sikandar is mourning his tragic death following a three-vehicle collision along the Rupert Craig Highway on Tuesday morning. In a heartfelt Facebook post, Leon’s sister, Angelina, confirmed the devastating news early Wednesday. “Yesterday, I got devastating news; our brother, through no fault of his own, was involved in a 3-vehicle accident. […]

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President Ali Labels Azruddin Mohamed a “Security Risk” Amid Controversy

In a response to criticisms regarding the use of a U.S. lobbying firm to attack political opponents, President Irfaan Ali has described sanctioned businessman and presidential candidate Azruddin Mohamed as a “security risk” to Guyana. During a Facebook Live statement from his office, President Ali announced that measures have been activated to secure the nation’s […]

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Police Commissioner Hicken Encourages Public to Approach Him Directly with Concerns

Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken has urged members of the public to approach him directly with any issues related to the Guyana Police Force, particularly if they feel their reports are being unfairly handled. Speaking during the government-produced program “Safeguarding the Nation,” Hicken emphasized the Police Force’s commitment to transparency and accountability. Highlighting an open-door […]

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Michael Singh Endorses President Ali for Second Term, Citing Sports Development

Michael Singh, the president of both the Guyana Basketball Federation (GBF) and the Guyana Mixed Martial Arts Federation (GYMMAF), has publicly endorsed His Excellency President Mohamed Irfaan Ali for a second term as Head of State. Singh highlights the President’s visionary leadership and significant investments in sports development as key reasons for his support. With […]

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Motorcyclist Charged in Connection with Fatal Accident

Location: Albion Magistrate’s Court, Corentyne Berbice A 23-year-old motorcyclist, Kenwin Collins, has been charged in connection with a tragic accident that resulted in the death of 80-year-old Menawatty Harilall. The charges were presented in court on Tuesday before Magistrate Michelle Matthias at the Albion Magistrate’s Court. Collins faces charges of causing death by dangerous driving, […]

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Trinidad : Passenger Dies After Medical Emergency at Piarco Airport

Location: Piarco International Airport, Trinidad and Tobago Daily Express Reports : A tragic incident occurred at Piarco International Airport on Tuesday morning when an arriving passenger suffered a medical emergency and later died despite the efforts of first responders. According to a statement from the Airports Authority of Trinidad and Tobago, the incident took place […]

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GDF Executes Emergency MEDEVAC for Newborn from Region 2

The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) today successfully carried out an urgent medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) mission for a newborn in critical condition from Region 2 (Pomeroon-Supenaam), following a request from the Ministry of Health. The newborn, delivered just hours earlier via Cesarean section at the Suddie Public Hospital, was suffering from respiratory distress and required advanced […]

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Mr. Mohamed Hands Over New Home to Hampshire Family

A few months after pledging to build a new home for 25-year-old Omawattie Persaud and her family from Hampshire Village, Berbice, Mr. A. Mohamed returned to the community on Tuesday to officially hand over the new building. The Persaud family had previously lived in dire conditions, reaching out to the businessman for assistance. Upon visiting […]

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Police Academy Goes Digital with Launch of Online Testing Platform

Set to Revolutionise Recruit Assessment and Training The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has made a bold move into the digital era with the official launch of its Online Testing System, ushering in a new phase of technologically-driven recruit assessment and training. This modern initiative is poised to significantly enhance the efficiency, transparency, and effectiveness of […]

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Ann’s Grove Man Charged with Felonious Wounding

Careme Charles, a 25-year-old painter from Lot 29 Middle Street, Ann’s Grove, East Coast Demerara, was today charged with the offence of Felonious Wounding, in connection with an incident involving a fellow resident. Charles was arrested on June 27, 2025, by ranks from the Enmore Police Station and charged under Section 57(a) of the Criminal […]

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Tuschen Man Pleads Guilty to Ganja Possession Charge

Wesley Nelson, a 28-year-old gold miner from Tuschen, East Bank Essequibo, was sentenced to two months of imprisonment and fined $30,000 after pleading guilty to a charge of possession of narcotics for the purpose of trafficking. Nelson was arrested at the Itaballi Police Checkpoint on June 28, 2025, and was charged the following day under […]

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Two Gold Miners Charged with Murder of Riley Abrams

Two gold miners, Rovel Santiago, 21, from Mabaruma in Region #1, and Shawn Williams, 20, from Kuru Kururu village along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway, were arrested on Saturday, June 28, 2025, and charged with murder today, July 1, 2025. The charges were laid under the Criminal Law (Offences) Act, Chapter 8:01, at the Bartica Magistrate’s Court […]

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