THE Central Islamic Organisation of Guyana (CIOG) and the Muslim community of Guyana congratulate President Bharrat Jagdeo on his assenting to the evidence, motor vehicle and traffic amendment bill which targets those persons who drive under the influence of alcohol (DUI).

We are hopeful that with the passage of this bill our roadways will become more safe and our drivers more responsible. The objective of this bill can only be realised with the strict enforcing of this regulation by members of the Guyana Police Force

The DUI legislation will impact positively on the behaviour of our people and compliment other legislations such as the domestic violence act and drug abuse caused mainly by alcohol consumption, in addition to minimising the risk for serious health and social problems.
AL HAJ MUSTABA NASIR
CIOG General Secretary