Buxton’s oldest centenarian Evadney Talbot, was recently honoured and celebrated by Minister of Social Protection, Amna Ally along with family and friends as she achieved a new milestone by turning 107 years old.
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Month: May 2019
Valmiki Singh’s role in new Telecoms Agency “being explored”
Former Managing Director of the National Frequency Management Unit (NFMU) Valmiki Singh has responded to reports that he did not apply for a role with the Telecommunications Agency, which will be replacing the NFMU. See full statement below: Statement by former Managing Director of the National Frequency Management Unit I wish to provide clarity and context to the statement from the Ministry of Public Telecommunications that the National Frequency Management Unit (NFMU) CEO (sic) did not heed the recommendation and apply for a position in the Telecommunications Agency (TA). On…
Read MoreCops still to make breakthrough in Albouystown businesswoman’s murder
Police are still hunting for the perpetrators responsible for the death of Albouystown, Georgetown businesswoman, Nalini Persaud called “Nalo” who was murdered in her home in the presence of her husband on May 2, last. Commander of “A” Division, Marlon Chapman, told this newspaper on Monday that at present there is no one in Police custody for the murder but that detectives are still following leads. He stated that while no one has been charged for the crime, investigators are still aggressively pursuing the case, and it is hoped that…
Read MoreHard Rock Café opens in Guyana
Hard Rock Café, an international franchise, on Friday opened its doors to Guyana at the Movietowne Mall, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown. Promising an unforgettable experience, management is offering food, drinks, entertainment and lots of side attractions. The café is known for its exciting collection of memorabilia, such as an original piece worn by Michel Jackson that decorates the walls. Rock star fans can now indulge in mouth-watering dishes and perfectly priced cocktails prepared by trained and enthusiastic staffers, while sitting among guitars and other musical instruments signed by legends such as…
Read MorePNC’s narrative…
…on corruption The stench of corruption enveloping the PNC/AFC Administration got so bad that even some of its fervent supporters can’t squeeze their noses any longer. Especially now it’s a cert the CCJ’s gonna mandate elections sometime later this year. The latest to join in the chorus of criticism is a dyed-in-the-wool PNCite, Kean Gibson, who teaches at UWI, Barbados. She doesn’t understand why Granger’s tolerating the “normalisation” of corruption!! After all, from the word “go!” on May 11, 2015, you’d think his Ministers had been champing at their…
Read MoreCorrupt police officers must be dealt with
Dear Editor, I have been a very regular visitor to Guyana, in excess of 30 years; and have had truly wonderful times experiencing all aspects of this land: people, flora and fauna. But all is never perfect. On three occasions within the last 14 years, I have witnessed instances in which Policemen, representing the state, demanded bribes from registered taxi drivers, all for spurious misdemeanours. One that really raised my ire occurred on May 8th, during a 5-minute drive before Parika Stelling. The officer (name and regulation number stated), without…
Read MoreCCJ asked to order general elections in Guyana soon
…if it finds no-confidence vote was validly passed Justice Winston Anderson of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) on Thursday, frowned upon the slothfulness of the judicial system in Guyana regarding the hearing of matters in relation to the no-confidence motion cases. As day two of the oral submissions got underway Justice Anderson remarked that the judicial system in Guyana should have deployed all resources to ensure the cases were heard in a timely manner. Sanjeev Datadin, who is representing former government parliamentarian Charrandas Persaud, agreed that the judiciary should…
Read MoreIndian Arrival Monument
The Indian Arrival Monument was officially unveiled last Sunday at Palmyra, East Berbice-Corentyne and coincides with Arrival Day in Guyana. During the unveiling ceremony, President David Granger said that India’s continued concern for its diaspora is reflected in its decision to support the construction of “this magnificent memorial.” He said the Indian Immigration Monument symbolises the ties of blood and history between Guyana and India.
Read MoreNew York City renames street to honour slain Guyanese Correction Officer
South Ozone Park, New York: On Sunday May 5th, hundreds of residents, community leaders, and elected officials joined the family of late Correction Officer Jonathan Narain for the unveiling of 111 street and Liberty Avenue in Richmond Hill. The street was co-named “Correction Officer Jonathan Narain Way” on Indian Arrival Day. On September 14, 2018, CO Narain was fatally shot in Richmond Hill, New York. He was 27 years old. CO Narain had been with the New York City Department of Correction for almost three years and worked at Rikers…
Read MoreGuyana takes spotlight at Houston oil conference
…several companies express interest in investing in oil and gas sector Following day two of the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) 2019, GO-Invest’s Chief Executive Officer, Owen Verwey says Guyana has seen a significant amount of interest from the industry. He expressed that the positive response will enable businesses to network with partners “that can help increase their abilities and their resourcing to compete for jobs in the oil and gas sector.” The country’s participation in this major event drives home the fact that Guyana is rapidly emerging as an oil…
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