APNU Demands Accountability: Failing Infrastructure & The MV Barima Tragedy | Presser

Today’s APNU-PNCR press conference focuses on concerns surrounding the government’s management of national infrastructure, essential public services and public safety. The opposition argues that despite Guyana’s rapidly expanding oil wealth and increased public spending, citizens continue to experience unreliable electricity and water services. Speakers question the government’s planning and management of the utility sectors, arguing that persistent outages and disruptions demonstrate the need for greater accountability and a more sustainable approach to delivering basic services across the country. The press conference also places significant attention on the continuing fallout from the MV Barima tragedy. APNU-PNCR representatives renew demands for greater transparency surrounding the investigation, the recovery of the sunken vessel and accountability at every level where responsibility may be established. The speakers maintain that recovering the vessel remains critical to preserving evidence, establishing what happened and providing answers and closure to families affected by the disaster. The opposition also addresses an incident involving a state vehicle and Patricia Cornelius, calling for a thorough and impartial investigation. Speakers argue that the circumstances surrounding the incident must be properly examined and that the same standards of accountability should apply regardless of whether public officials or state resources are involved. Across the issues of electricity, water, the MV Barima tragedy and public safety, APNU-PNCR calls for greater transparency, competent administration and equal application of the law. The party maintains that Guyana’s growing national resources should translate into reliable public services, stronger institutions and meaningful accountability for the citizens those institutions are intended to serve.