THE Bar Association of Guyana, accredited by the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) as a local observer for the 2025 General and Regional Elections, has described election day as generally peaceful, free, and transparent.
In fulfilling its observer mandate, the association dispatched a team across Essequibo, Demerara, and Berbice to monitor the electoral process. The team observed the preparations, opening of polls, voting, closing, and counting at more than 500 polling stations in over 105 polling places countrywide on September 1, 2025.
While noting that its observation process is ongoing and final results are still pending, the association reported that the conduct of the polls reflected a credible process.
In a statement, the association commended the GECOM staff for their professionalism.
“The members of our team wish to extend their appreciation to the GECOM staff who discharged their duties on election day with professionalism and competence, under sometimes challenging conditions, to ensure free and fair elections throughout Guyana,” the release stated.
The association further urged citizens to remain calm and patient as GECOM proceeds with the verification and tabulation of results.
“We would like to remind members of the public that GECOM is the only body with the lawful authority to declare the results of the General and Regional Elections held on 1st September, 2025,” the statement emphasised.
Calling for continued peace, the Bar Association underscored the importance of allowing the electoral process to be completed without interference, ensuring that the eventual declaration reflects the will of the people.