MINISTER of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, has issued a stern warning to the public regarding the circulation of fake and unauthorised pension books, which are currently under investigation by the Guyana Police Force.
Speaking during a recent outreach in Region Six, Minister Persaud stressed the seriousness of the issue and warned that individuals involved in fraudulent activity would be prosecuted. “These books are not authorised by the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security, and, as such, it is being

investigated by the Guyana Police Force. It is a serious matter, and anybody found complicit, regardless of who they are, will be held accountable by law. They will face the full force of the law,” Minister Persaud stated.
The fake pension booklets, which have appeared at various payment facilities, lack the security features and colours found on the official documents. The ministry has already provided the police with all relevant evidence, and legal action will be taken against anyone attempting to pass off the unauthorised booklets as real.

In response, the Ministry of Human Services has called on its staff, the Guyana Post Office Corporation, and other payment venues to heighten their vigilance and ensure the integrity of the payment process. The ministry reminded the public that official pension booklets are only distributed through designated offices across the country.

Minister Persaud also encouraged senior citizens to take advantage of the various secure payment methods offered by the ministry, such as bank transfers and Mobile Money Guyana (MMG), which allow funds to be deposited within the first five days of each month.
The Ministry of Human Services continues to work closely with law enforcement to address the issue and safeguard the pension payment system from further fraud.