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Jul 14, 2019 Features / Columnists, The Baccoo Speaks
It is going to be an interesting case in the hinterland. Some men have struck gold but there are others who will try to get it. Of course, people have a way to secure their find but there will be a case of a gang hiding out in the bushes to strike.
The sudden appearance of some other men will halt any criminal attack, much to the frustration of the suspects. There will be a hunt when the news is forwarded.
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The holiday makes for interesting times but some actually overdo it. A small fight would escalate when one teenager will feel offended because another refuses to share some money with him.
The gun will come out and shots will be fired. People will be injured but that will only be the start of what is to follow.
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Oil is attracting all manner of new companies. Guyanese businessmen who were slow to invest their money are now looking for opportunities.
The government will now begin efforts to protect the locals, much to the anger of those from outside seeking to enter the sector
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