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Business

PM says gas-to-energy project will be the backbone of a stronger economy

January 11, 2025 Editor 0

Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips has said that the Gas-to-energy (GTE) project in Wales on the West Bank of Demerara (WBD) will strengthen the economy and prepare it to compete on the global stage. He made these remarks on site while observing the signing of the Term Sheet for the US$527 million loan, which […]

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State Bulletins

Attorney General Supports Police Directive to End Arbitrary Vehicle Stops

January 11, 2025 Editor 0

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Mohabir Anil Nandlall, SC, has expressed support for a recent directive issued by Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken, which prohibits members of the Guyana Police Force from arbitrarily stopping vehicles and demanding that drivers produce their licences. This move, announced during the commissioning ceremony of the Mahdia Magistrate’s […]

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Court

Mother of three jailed for 24 months, fined $30k for cocaine trafficking

January 11, 2025 Editor 0

Attie Trotz, a 36-year-old mother of three and resident of Charlotte Street, Georgetown, was sentenced to 24 months in prison and fined $30,000 after pleading guilty to possession of cocaine. The sentence was handed down by Senior Magistrate Fabayo Azore on Friday at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts. The charge against Trotz stemmed from a police […]

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Court

Driver granted bail over a year after fatal North Road accident

January 11, 2025 Editor 0

Abayomi Hart, a 40-year-old technician involved in a fatal collision at the intersection of North Road and Camp Street, Georgetown, has been granted bail, more than one year after the accident. The accident, which occurred on September 7, 2023, claimed the life of 30-year-old motorcyclist Loyden Alexander Britton of Bagotstown, East Bank Demerara (EBD). According […]

Politics

Jagdeo Defends Tax Waivers, Says Incentives Are Critical for Economic Growth

January 10, 2025 Editor 0

At a press conference held on January 9, 2025, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo strongly defended the government’s tax waiver policies, emphasizing that these incentives are critical to fostering economic growth and attracting investments. The Vice President addressed concerns raised by critics who questioned the extent and fairness of the waivers, arguing that such measures […]

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Budget 2025 designed to address immediate needs while laying the groundwork for long-term prosperity

January 10, 2025 Editor 0

Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo, during his January 9, 2025, press conference, provided key insights into the government’s proposed 2025 national budget, describing it as a transformative plan aimed at fostering inclusive growth and improving the lives of all Guyanese. He outlined how the budget reflects the administration’s priorities, including infrastructure development, job creation, education, healthcare, […]

Politics

Jagdeo: “One Isolated Incident Does Not Define Government’s Performance”

January 10, 2025 Editor 0

At a press conference held on January 9, 2025, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo addressed growing criticism following a recent isolated incident that has sparked debate among opposition groups and sections of the public. The Vice President stressed that a single event cannot be used to assess the overall performance of the government, urging citizens to […]

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Crime

“Do not stop vehicles asking for licenses. That is not your work. You are to search for guns, drugs, and thieves” – Hicken

January 10, 2025 Editor 0

On Thursday, January 9, 2024, the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) of the Guyana Police Force, led by Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken, engaged with officers and ranks of Regional Division #5 at the Divisional Headquarters in Fort Wellington, West Coast Berbice. Joining the Commissioner were Deputy Commissioners Ravindradat Budhram, Simon McBean, and Wendell Blanhum. The […]

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State Bulletins

Jagdeo: Guyana No Longer A Hidden Gem

January 10, 2025 Editor 0

Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo highlighted Guyana’s growing prominence as a travel destination during his press conference on January 9, 2025, revealing that the country welcomed over one million passengers in 2024. This milestone marks a significant achievement for Guyana, reflecting the government’s efforts to boost tourism and attract international visitors. According to Jagdeo, this surge […]

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Politics

Jagdeo: Opposition accusations baseless & Counterproductive

January 10, 2025 Editor 0

During his January 9, 2025, press conference, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo responded forcefully to criticisms from opposition parties, calling their accusations baseless and counterproductive. He accused opposition members of deliberately distorting facts to undermine the government’s progress on key national initiatives. Jagdeo expressed frustration over what he described as “constant negativity” from the opposition, emphasizing […]

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