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Three Men Sentenced or Remanded in Anna Regina Magistrate’s Court

This week, three men from the Essequibo Coast appeared before the Anna Regina Magistrate’s Court to face separate criminal charges, resulting in varying sentences and remand status. Mahindra Moniram, also known as “Rovin,” a 23-year-old labourer from Onderneeming Sand Pit, has been charged with robbery under arms, contrary to Section 164 of the Criminal Law […]

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Three Men Arrested for Cocaine Possession in Essequibo Coast

Police in Regional Division Two have apprehended three men following the discovery of a significant quantity of cocaine during a stop-and-search operation on the Suddie Public Road on Thursday around 17:05 hours. Officers from the Suddie Police Station were conducting routine checks when they stopped a white Toyota Fielder Wagon, registration number HD 2872. The […]

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70-Year-Old Man Charged with Rape of Minor in Essequibo

Arnold Gonzales, a 70-year-old pensioner and labourer from 1½ miles, Bartica, appeared in the Anna Regina Magistrate’s Court on Thursday to face charges of raping a child under the age of 16. The allegations involve a seven-year-old girl from Essequibo Coast, with the incident reportedly occurring between January 1, 2019, and December 31, 2020, in […]

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Young Man Fined $370,000 for Multiple Traffic Offences in Essequibo

A 20-year-old man from the Charity Housing Scheme has been fined a total of $370,000 after pleading guilty to several traffic-related offences at the Anna Regina Magistrate’s Court. The individual, identified as Ovid Williams, appeared before Magistrate Ravindra Mohabir regarding incidents that occurred on January 21 along Charity Back Street. Williams faced charges for: Driving […]

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Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed Slams 2026 National Budget

News Source Guyana Reports | In a heated session of the National Assembly, Leader of the Opposition Azruddin Mohamed vocally criticized the 2026 National Budget, describing it as inadequate for the ordinary Guyanese and overly favorable to the friends and family of the PPP/Civic government. His remarks drew enthusiastic support from his party members, contrasting […]

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Minister Sonia Parag Defends Remarks on Opposition MP During Budget Debate

Education Minister Sonia Parag has firmly rejected allegations that she breached confidentiality by referencing sensitive information regarding Opposition Member of Parliament Gordon Barker’s attendance record during her recent presentation in the Budget debate. Barker, a teacher and representative of the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) Party, has faced scrutiny following the Minister’s comments. In her […]

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Gold Miner Brutally Hacked to Death by Employee

In a shocking incident early this morning, around 3:00 AM on Saturday, February 7, 2026, a gold miner identified as “JJ Marciano” was brutally hacked to death by one of his employees at his camp site located in the Fourteen Miles Issano Backdam, Region Seven, Cuyuni – Mazaruni. The alleged assailant, known as “Edward,” is […]

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Statement by Hon. Dr. Dexter Todd, M.P. on the Situation in Sophia

Dear Fellow Guyanese, I recently visited Sophia to witness firsthand the realities on the ground, and what I observed cannot be overlooked. Yes, the land is designated for road construction, and yes, there are squatters present, but it is essential to recognize that people do not choose such living conditions unless they have no viable […]

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Minister Walrond Critiques Opposition Rhetoric During Budget 2026 Debates

Minister of Home Affairs Oneidge Walrond delivered a forceful rebuttal during the ongoing Budget 2026 debates, condemning what she termed divisive and inflammatory rhetoric from opposition figures, including David Hinds of A Partnership for National Unity (APNU). In her address, Minister Walrond asserted that the opposition has been misrepresenting Guyana’s history to sow ethnic division. […]

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Counsel for Extradition Requests Denies False Claims About Court Proceedings

Glenn Hanoman, counsel for the requesting state in the extradition case against Azruddin and Nazar Mohamed, addressed the court today, stating that no evidence has been presented regarding extradition requests involving individuals other than the Mohameds. His remarks come in response to false claims circulating on social media related to the ongoing court proceedings. Hanoman […]

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Dr. Terrence Campbell Critiques Government’s Approach to Healthcare Workforce

In a passionate address during the 2026 Budget Debates, Dr. Terrence Campbell, parliamentary leader of A Partnership for National Unity (APNU), criticized the government for what he perceives as a deliberate effort to undermine local healthcare workers. He specifically highlighted reports of plans to hire foreign nurses from Bangladesh, raising concerns about the implications for […]

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Minister Walrond Addresses Concerns Over Domestic Violence and Crime Rates

During a session in the National Assembly, Minister of Home Affairs Oneidge Walrond responded to critiques regarding crime and domestic violence reports made by We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) MP Toshana Famey-Corlette. Famey-Corlette highlighted budgetary allocations for the Ministry of Home Affairs, noting that while funding has increased from approximately $37 billion in 2025 to […]

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Dr. Dexter Todd Critiques 2026 National Budget for Lack of Consultation

APNU Member of Parliament Dr. Dexter Todd has voiced concerns over the 2026 national budget, arguing that it falls short in several critical areas requiring urgent attention. While he acknowledged that some measures in the budget support the populace, he criticized the government’s failure to engage widely with Guyanese society before preparing the fiscal plan. […]

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Driver Pleads Guilty to DUI; Fined $150,000

Eon Martin Perreira, 49, from Meten-Meer-Zorg on the West Coast Demerara, pleaded guilty to Driving a Motor Vehicle While his Breath Alcohol Level Exceeded the Prescribed Limit. This charge followed investigations into a minor accident that occurred around 11:00 PM on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, along Hauraruni on the Soesdyke-Linden Highway. Perreira was arrested on […]

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Minibus Driver Pleads Guilty to DUI; Dangerous Driving Charge Dismissed

Zaheer Khaleel, the driver of minibus BAB 5549, made a court appearance at the Diamond Magistrate’s Court regarding traffic offenses. On Thursday, February 5, 2026, Khaleel pleaded guilty to Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol before His Worship Dylon Bess and was fined two hundred thousand dollars (GYD $200,000). The following day, February 6, Khaleel […]

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