THE National Data Management Authority (NDMA) has made it clear that individuals who cause accidental or deliberate damage to state-owned ICT infrastructure will be held accountable for the entire cost of replacement and repairs, as part of their efforts to protect the state’s ICT assets.

The Authority has observed an increase in vehicular accidents causing substantial damage to poles and ICT equipment utilised in the Safe Country Project. In the preceding four months, there has been extensive damage to multiple Safe Country Systems in Regions Three and Four.

Investigations conducted by the Guyana Police Force have led to the identification of the individuals responsible. These individuals will now face charges as prescribed by the Laws of Guyana. In addition, the individuals who accidentally or intentionally damage these assets will be obligated to stand the costs associated with their repair or replacement.
To avoid these consequences, road users are reminded to “Respect the Road.” As the Guyana Police Force continuously reiterates, “Road Safety is everyone’s business.” So let us work together to ensure safety on our roadways by practising the five C’s – care, caution, consideration, common sense, and courtesy.