–President Ali urges Region Three residents
–says region is living proof of good governance, visionary leadership, a symbol of transformation

PRESIDENT Dr Irfaan Ali on Sunday spared no effort in reminding the residents of Region Three what is at stake in the upcoming elections, urging them to turn up in their numbers on polling day and re-elect the People’s Progressive Party/ Civic for another five-year term.

Energising a mammoth gathering of supporters at a rally held at Sideline Dam, StewartvIlle, the Head of State who is seeking re-election, made a clarion call for all citizens to reject the rhetoric of opposing political parties and candidates.

“The best way to crush ignorance, the best way to crush egotistical gangsters, is to crush them overwhelmingly at the polls. And we will do that with our votes for the PPP,” he said to thunderous applause.

This was not politics as usual. This was a warning to those who peddle division, feed on misinformation, and try to derail Guyana’s momentum and a promise to the people that the work of building a modern, inclusive, and prosperous nation will not be slowed.

He further highlighted Region Three as proof of what good governance and visionary leadership can achieve.

“When we started this journey in 2020, we said Region Three will be the symbol of transformation. Today, look around, there is a new commercial bank, a new mall, a new private hospital, training and recreational facilities. This is the story of every village, and we will not stop.”

The transformation he stressed is undeniable. From new health centres to booming businesses, roads to recreation, the transformation isn’t a campaign slogan, but it is visible in the lives of everyday Guyanese.

He highlighted the landmark developments that are shaping the future: a new four-lane Demerara River Bridge, toll-free and anchored by the Guyana-China Friendship Park; the Schoonord-to-Crane highway, completed in record time and now pushing forward to Wales and Parika and agricultural revival in Crane, Wakenaam, and Leguan once dismissed and now bursting with potential.

“These investments prove that Region Three has become the beating heart of Guyana’s transformation,” Dr Ali declared.
“Right here in Leonora, we have a new commercial bank, you have a new mall, a new private hospital, an upgraded Leonora Hospital, investments in training facilities, and investments in recreational facilities. “

He further revealed that works have already commenced on the new highway from Wales to Parika, with works beginning on several bridges.

As the crowd roared in approval, he called on every citizen to use their vote as a weapon against backwardness and complacency.

“When you vote, think of the new roads, the opening of new lands, the opportunities that lie ahead. On September 1, you are voting for all of this.”

Revisiting the hardships endured between 2015 and 2020 under the APNU+AFC administration, which he said abandoned the people during times of crisis, he urged residents to not risk their future. He cited the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic and the closure of several sugar estates.