I have noted with interest a publication under the caption, “Invitation to tender” – Guyana Defence Force in the Kaieteur News of June 2, 2009, to construct fences, bridge, etc.

What a shame and waste of funds. Why were they allowed to reach this deplorable state in the first place? It is a known fact that soldiers of other countries, USA, England, Brazil, etc, engage in civil works within their barracks and in their countries. They even assist other countries as goodwill gestures. Guyana has benefitted from many such visits; St Mary’s Primary School is one such project by the US army.

Agreed that these countries would have been independent for many years, 43 years can be considered a lengthy period. It is now time for the Guyanese soldiers to venture on their own and effectively carry out this developmental works. I remember a saying, “you must not enter the pool unless you know to swim”. Is this a case of the GDF ranks? They would not do any civil works unless they are qualified.

I am eagerly looking forward for the announcement that the GDF has successfully done the works tendered for.
H. RAGHUBIR