THE East Bank/Soesdyke Linden Highway Cash Grant Organising Committee has strongly condemned what it describes as deliberate attempts by APNU+AFC Member of Parliament Nima Flue-Bess to disrupt the $100,000 cash grant distribution process in Mocha on Friday.

The Committee has accused Flue-Bess of spreading misleading information, and inciting division among residents.

According to the Committee, Flue-Bess falsely claimed that only one desk was assigned to serve Mocha residents. However, the team clarified that four desks with 11 staff members were in place to ensure an efficient and seamless distribution process. The government has implemented measures to guarantee a fair and transparent process across all communities, including Mocha.

The Committee also alleged that Flue-Bess attempted to derail the process by recruiting individuals to create havoc at the distribution centre. When these efforts failed, it is claimed that two individuals were planted to instigate a physical altercation last Thursday, further escalating tension in an effort to discredit the initiative.

Additionally, the Committee has criticised what it called “dog-whistle politics” by the APNU+AFC, accusing the opposition of injecting race into the process by making baseless comparisons regarding the grant’s accessibility in different communities. The government has labeled these tactics as irresponsible and divisive, aimed at misleading beneficiaries and creating an illusion of chaos.

Despite these alleged disruptions, the government remains committed to ensuring that all eligible and registered individuals receive their cash grant. A structured system prioritises vulnerable groups such as the elderly, persons with disabilities, and parents with infants, thereby ensuring that they are served with dignity and efficiency. To date, over 600,000 Guyanese have been registered for the grant, with approximately 250,000 already collecting their cheques without incidence.

The $100,000 cash grant initiative is expected to inject approximately $60 billion in disposable income into the economy, providing direct financial relief to thousands of Guyanese households. The government has reassured residents that every registered individual will receive their payment, and the distribution will continue until this commitment is fully met.

The Committee is urging residents to disregard politically-motivated misinformation, and instead focus on the facts. It has also called on Flue-Bess and her associates to desist from sowing confusion and division for political gain. The government has reaffirmed its dedication to ensuring an equitable and transparent distribution process, underscoring its commitment to delivering for all Guyanese.