With several Afro-Guyanese newcomers to the People’s Progressive Party/ Civic (PPP/C) facing criticisms, President Dr. Irfaan Ali has called on them to “remain strong.” The new supporters were revealed on Nomination Day on Monday ahead of Local Government elections. In an early morning address from his official residence – State House – Dr. Ali rejected claims that the PPP/C had bought the support of prominent Afro- Guyanese in the sporting and political fields to bolster its image for the elections. Nothing can be further from the truth, the Head of State asserted. Dr. Ali said his attention was drawn to comments coming from leaders in sport and politics and said he was appalled by the comments. He singled out Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton.
