The three opposition-nominated Elections Commissioners have consented to meet with the Leader of the Opposition, Azruddin Mohamed, under the condition that their removal from the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) will not be part of the discussion. Initially, Mohamed had hoped to convene with Commissioners Vincent Alexander, Charles Corbin, and Desmond Trotman at the WIN party […]
Opening the 2026 Budget Debates this afternoon, Dr. Andre Lewis, Member of Parliament for the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party, raised concerns over the Government’s reported gold declarations for 2025. He suggested that the figures may have been inflated to portray a more positive image of the sector’s performance. In his budget presentation last […]
In a passionate address to the National Assembly, APNU Member of Parliament Vinceroy Jordan delivered a scathing critique of the national budget, asserting that while it may appear large in scale, it lacks the necessary measures to lift Guyanese out of poverty. He emphasized that the budget fails to effectively address the pressing cost of […]
Minister of Housing Collin Croal has issued a stern warning to beneficiaries of the government’s housing program, emphasizing that state-allocated homes cannot be resold for at least the first 10 years of ownership. This statement was made during the launch of the Hyde Park Homestead Project, where Croal expressed concern over homes from the state […]
Significant upgrades to the Rosignol Daily Market are advancing smoothly and are set for completion within three months, as confirmed by Regional Chairman Ricardo Phillips. The enhancement project includes the construction of new washroom facilities aimed at improving sanitation and overall comfort for both vendors and patrons. Phillips characterized the initiative as a significant investment […]
Fire Chief Gregory Wickham has highlighted a critical issue facing the Guyana Fire Service: motorists’ failure to yield to fire trucks and ambulances. This negligence often results in delays that could jeopardize lives during emergency situations. In an interview with the News Room, Chief Wickham explained that many drivers do not obey laws requiring them […]
The 2026 Budget Debate commenced on Monday afternoon, featuring intense presentations from a fragmented opposition and a robust defense from the government side. The debate in the National Assembly opened with We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) Parliamentarian Dr. Andre Lewis, a first-time member of the opposition, who expressed gratitude to Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh […]
Hgp NIGHTLY News REPORTS | A Trinidadian national, Gabriel Harragin, has been arrested in connection with allegations of sharing intimate videos and photos of several young women without their consent. The arrest occurred at a local laboratory shortly after multiple victims formally reported the cyber-related offenses. According to investigators, explicit videos featuring several young Guyanese […]
In a strong rebuke of the recent decisions made by Speaker Manzoor Nadir, journalist Kurt Campbell has publicly condemned the systematic restrictions on media access within the National Assembly. His remarks, made in a recent commentary, highlight what he describes as a “profoundly regressive and democratically corrosive” shift in parliamentary accessibility. Campbell noted that the […]
Tensions are rising as journalists are reporting significant restrictions on media access to the National Assembly amid the commencement of the Budget Debates. Gordon Moseley, Chief Editor of NEWS Source Guyana, voiced his concerns through a commentary published today Via a Facebook Post, highlighting what he describes as ignorance and arrogance from the Speaker of […]
The Guyana Rice Development Board (GRDB) has issued a response to serious allegations made by WIN regarding the workplace environment at the Rice Research Station in Burma, Mahaicony, as reported on January 30, 2026. In its statement, GRDB emphasized its zero-tolerance policy toward sexual harassment and the abuse of power. The organization insists that, as […]
The High Court has postponed the delivery of rulings regarding the extradition challenges filed by US-sanctioned businessman Azruddin Mohamed and his father, Nazar Mohamed. Originally scheduled for today, February 2, Acting Chief Justice Navindra Singh will now announce his decisions on February 9, 2026, concerning the judicial review challenging the Home Affairs Minister’s Authority to […]
A tragic accident over the weekend has resulted in the death of Kendel Lewis, a minibus tout from Ann’s Grove, following a collision between his electric bicycle and a motor vehicle. Eyewitness accounts and social media reports indicate that the incident occurred near the Ann’s Grove bridge shortly after nightfall on Saturday night. As of […]
The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security has responded to a circulating post regarding a woman and her children photographed near a local supermarket. In a statement shared on their official Facebook page, the ministry confirmed that a team of officers from the Ministries of Human Services, Amerindian Affairs, and Home Affairs visited the […]
In a significant advancement for community sports and infrastructure, the Ministry of Public Works officially inaugurated Guyana’s inaugural PVC plastic all-weather basketball court in Campbellville yesterday. The project, valued at $39 million, marks not only the introduction of a modern sports venue but also the fulfillment of a promise made by the Government of Guyana […]
Over the past week, the Ministry of Health has initiated testing of drone delivery systems in Wiruni, Ituni, and Malali, marking a significant step towards integrating innovative technology into healthcare delivery. This initiative aims to explore new methods for improving the transportation of medical supplies, particularly in remote and hard-to-reach areas. The test flights are […]
HGP Nightly News Reports | Dorwain Bess, Chairman of the Vigilant Political Action Committee (VPAC), is appealing to President Irfaan Ali and the Government of Guyana to restore his fuel import licence, emphasizing the values of fairness and due process. In a letter addressed to the government, Bess argues that the appeal for investment from […]
In a new initiative aimed at improving classroom instruction, teachers at some schools in Guyana will soon be required to clock their attendance using a biometric system. Education Minister Sonia Parag emphasized that this move is not punitive but rather seeks to ensure that students receive consistent education. The decision follows a visit Parag made […]
On Sunday, February 1, 2026, a team from Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL) responded to an emergency report concerning an electrocution incident involving a male individual operating a Hiab truck beneath a 13.8kV transmission line. Upon arrival at the scene, GPL personnel learned from local residents that the individual had been electrocuted prior to […]
The National Budget 2026 debates will officially commence on Monday, February 2, 2026, in the National Assembly. Opposition Parliamentarians from the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) coalition, many of whom will be delivering their debut budget presentations, are set to engage in robust discussions regarding the government’s budget. The People’s Progressive Party Government has proposed […]
