THE Inter-Religious Organisation (IRO) of Guyana has commended President David Granger for affirming March 2, 2020 as elections day and informed it will remain in deep prayers for the elections period to be cordial, peaceful and patriotic.

“We have been very prayerful during the time when the country was grappling with the constitutional and legal processes and we thank God that we came through that period without any conflict. The members of the IRO join with the nation as we continue to pray for, and work towards, continued peace in our homeland,” the IRO said in a brief statement.

Even before its official establishment in 2003, the IRO has been participating in discussions concerning a peaceful civil society with international, governmental and non-governmental agencies.

“With this in mind, the members and executive stand ready to assist in any way possible, as we move forward.  If for any reason, either of the competing parties think our input would aid in normalising any situation that may arise, we stand ready and willing to assist,” the religious body said.

The IRO consists of some 40 religious bodies and organisations. The executive conducts statutory monthly and special meetings where the matters discussed are geared towards the harmonious development of Guyana.