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PPP/C dominates leadership of RDC offices
(Kaieteur News) – The People’s Progressive Party/ Civic (PPP/C) Party has dominated the leadership of eight out of ten Regional Democratic Council (RDC) offices in the country.
On Friday, the gazetted members of the RDCs were sworn in. This exercise was followed by the elections for the Regional Chairperson and Vice Chairperson positions for each Council.
Following the conclusion of those elected, it was observed that the PPP/C gained leadership for all other regions expect Region Seven, which was secured by councilors of newly formed We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party, and Region 10 which ended in a tie between WIN and the A Partnership for National Unity (APNU). A decision on who will secure leadership of that RDC there will be decided by Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya Manickchand.
Notwithstanding, three women secured Regional Chairperson roles, while two secured Vice Chairperson positions.
The Regional Democratic Council of Region One will be led by re-elected Regional Chairman, Brentnol Ashley who will be joined by newcomer, Paul Pierre, who will serve as Vice Chairman.
Region One’s RDC has 15 councilors, nine of which represent the PPP/C and six WIN.
In his address after his re-election Ashley expressed his thanks to God, who he described as his source of life, wisdom and strength.
“Today, I stand before you deeply humbled and sincerely grateful for the confidence reposed in me to once again serve as Regional Chairman of the Barima-Waini Region. This is not a title of power, it’s a mandate of service,” he said.
Ashley charged the councilors to do their jobs to the best of their abilities and pledged that as Chairman, he will ensure the people are put first.
In Region Two, the newly elected Regional Chairman of the RDC is Devin Mohan, whose elected deputy is Humace Oodit. Oodit was re-elected to the post. This RDC consists of 17 councilors: one from APNU, 11 from PPP/C and five from WIN.
Mohan in a video message said, “My plan for this region is that I intend to include maximum stakeholders and will work in the best interest of all citizens and what I want to ensure residents of Region Two is proactive leadership, inclusivity and we will work in the best interest of all residents in this beautiful region.”
In Region Three, Mr. Sheik Mohamed Inshan Ayube has been re-elected as Regional Chairman, while Anjanie Narine has been elected as the new Vice Chairperson. The Region Three RDC has 27 councilors, four of which are from the APNU, 18 from PPP/C and five from the WIN party.
PPP/C’s Clemsford Belgrave and Deoraj Nauth have been elected Chairperson and Vice Chairperson respectively for Region Four. The Demerara- Mahaica RDC consists of 35 councilors, 17 of which represent the PPP/C, eight from WIN, nine from APNU and one from the Forward Guyana Movement (FGM).
In Region Five, Mr. Recardo Phillips has been elected the new Regional Chairman, while the new Vice Chairman is Mr. Kleon Lindey. This RDC has 18 councilors, four of which are from APNU, 11 from PPP/C and three from WIN.
On Friday, it was announced that the newly sworn in Regional Chairman of Region Six is Junior Basant, who will lead alongside Vice Chairman Sahid Khan. The RDC there has 30 councilors, 21 from the PPP/C, six from WIN, and three from APNU.
Heading the RDC in Region Seven are Chairperson, June Shurland-Gittens and Vice Chairman, Alden Marslowe . The Region Seven RDC has 15 councilors, eight of which from WIN, five from PPP/C, and one each from AFC and APNU.
Region Eight has elected Tarcellia John as the new Regional Chairperson of the RDC while Samantha Edwards-John (APNU) is the Vice Chairperson. The RDC consists of 15 councilors, seven from WIN, seven from PPP/C and one from APNU.
As it relates to Region Nine, PPP/C’s Vania Albert is the new Regional Chairperson, while Mr. Daniel Aguilar is elected as Vice Chairman.
Speaking on her new position, Albert on Friday said she is thankful for the opportunity to serve the people of Region Nine with the dedication, respect and humility.
“As your Chairwoman, I pledge to lead with transparency and accountability, fairness and compassion. My door will also be opened to every councilor and every citizen of Region Nine and every community leader,” she expressed. She said she plans to continue the development of the various sectors and move the region forward.
Congratulating her fellow councilors, Albert reminded that they have been chosen by the people to represent their voice, their hope and their vision for a better future. Together, she added, they have a shared responsibility to work for the development of every community and every citizen within this region.
“To the fellow councilors let us work as one team setting aside political difference and focusing on what truly matters, the development and well-being of our people. The trust people place in us must be honoured with hard-work, respect and integrity,” she stated.
Meanwhile, in a statement congratulating those elected to serve as Regional Chair, Vice Chairpersons, and Councilors, President Irfaan Ali made it clear that public office is not a prize to be enjoyed, but a trust to be honoured.
“Our Regional Democratic Councils are an important tier of our system of governance. They are the instruments through which development is planned and implemented at the regional level, ensuring that national priorities are translated into tangible benefits for our citizens,” he said.
For this reason, the President stated that it is essential that there be a spirit of cooperation and mutual respect among all members of the council, regardless of party affiliation.
He related that “Healthy debate is natural and welcome, but it must always be guided by a shared commitment to the people’s welfare and to the advancement of the region as a whole.”
“The fact that our elections are conducted within an adversarial political system does not diminish the need for collaboration across political divides. It is time now for all to set aside partisan divisions and work together, not only among themselves but also in partnership with central government,” he continued.
Noting that development requires collective effort, the President remind those elected that the citizens expect no less than Regional Democratic Councils that are responsive to their needs, accountable in their actions, and united in their purpose.
“Let the councils you now lead be models of good governance and service. Always remember that leadership is not about power or prestige, but about service and sacrifice. Those who are chosen to lead are, at their core, servants of the people. And it is through humility, empathy, and integrity that true leadership is defined,” he expressed in his statement.
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