Guuyana chronicle e paper 05 14 2018 by Guyana Chronicle

MONDAY 14th May, 2018

No.105274

Truth will be revealed

– says Justice Trotman as Kwakwani resident alleged drunk soldiers confessed to Lindo Creek Massacre 03 PAGE

Dazzling display –– as Mother and Daughter Pageant reinforces the power of womanhood

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Creators of the Mother and Daughter Pageant, Ingrid Fung (left) and Dr. Sulan Fung-Browne (first right) with Junior Category winners, Marica Abrams and Nomarra (second left); Senior Category winners, Germaine Jacques and Kia (centre) and Middle Category winners, Shonette Vyphuis and Saniayah (second right) at the National Cultural Centre Saturday night (Delano Williams photo)

Surinamese cop allegedly linked to piracy attacks found dead 09 PAGE

Piracy survivor plans return to sea 02 PAGE

Man arrested 10 for allegedly pointing gun at businessman PAGE

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Piracy survivor plans to return to sea –– as families of missing tell of their struggles

JUST over two weeks after the deadly pirate attacks in Surinamese waters left more than a dozen fishermen dead, Deonarine Goberdan, 47, a father of 17 children and who survived the massacre plans to return to the sea. Goberdan, also called “Patar”, said fishing is his life and he does not prefer to do any other job to earn a living. The Guyana Chronicle understands that several fishermen, who were initially reluctant, returned to the sea on Saturday and the Surinamese authorities have regularised the Guyanese fishers in that country. Goberdan, who is expected to follow suit, was the captain of the ‘Romeina’, one of the four vessels with 20 fishermen aboard and who were brutally attacked by a band of pirates in Surinamese waters on April 27. The father related that the attack occurred at around 18:30hrs and that he drifted for 22hrs before reaching shore, which was eight miles away from where the assault occurred at sea. On reaching land, weak and battered but not broken, Goberdan notified the nearest police station of his travails and what happened to his colleagues. Three members of his crew remain missing and are feared dead. His crew members on the day of the attack were Tillacknauth Mohabir called “Caiman”, 51; Bharrat Heeralall called “Cool Record”; “Palam”; and Mahesh

The captain of the vessel ‘Aki Bai, who was the lone survivor on his boat, has since gone into hiding fearing for his life after the attack. His crew members were Lalta Persaud called “Sunil and Pudduck”, 43, a father of four daughters and who had migrated to Suriname some 18 years ago and was working as a carpenter, but would do fishing whenever the construction sector is slow. Survivor: Deonarine Goberdan Sarjoo called “Vishal”. The body of Sarjoo, 35, who was the second of four siblings, was identified by relatives who recognised a tattoo on his left arm. His sister, Shanti Sarjoo, described the feeling as one of the hardest in her life. “It was very painful having to stand there seeing him in that condition,” she said as she pleaded with the authorities to find the perpetrators and bring them to justice. “My brother was loving to everyone. He was always supportive to the family and had been working and saving his money. He was a quiet person who didn’t deserve to die like that,” Shanti said. The ‘Romeina’ is still missing and is believed to have been taken by the pirates. Another vessel attacked, the ‘Joshua’, which is owned by Rosey Jones was found submerged. It was allegedly sunk by the pirates following their attack.

SOLE BREADWINNER His mother, Agnis DeCout, told Guyana Chronicle that her son was the

Survivor: Sherwin Lovell sole breadwinner of his family. One of his daughters is disabled and requires 24 hrs of care due to her condition. In tears, the woman,63, is hoping that her son is alive. “I am 63 years old. I cannot go back to work to support my grandchildren, his wife has to be there to take care of them; one is handicapped so she (wife) can’t go out to work. I am hoping and praying he comes home alive because I don’t know what will happen to them

Fishing boats docked in Paramaribo last week girls, things hard in Suriname and Pudduck was a hard worker just to make sure his family gets what they needed,” the mother said. The others on the boat were “Spanish Man”, “Bandara” and “Mukesh”. The name of the third boat is unknown but it had on board Ramesh Sanchara called “Ravo”; Ramnarine Singh, 49; Looknarine Persaud called “Kleine”; Rajendra Bissessar and the Captain Dharmendrew Persaud, who was also one of the survivors. The last boat, the `Shifanie’ owned by Hemnlall Ramsarran, was attacked around 01:00 hrs on April 28. Danesh Persaud called “Vicky”, 27, of Sheet Anchor, East Canje, a father of two children, ages two and four, was the captain of that vessel. Relatives told this publication that they are positive his body was the first to have been washed up on shore and is awaiting DNA testing to confirm his identity. MY ROCK MAY NOT RETURN His reputed wife of six years, Tarmattie Ibrahim called “Kavita”, said she

has no one else close to her since both her parents are deceased. Her children are still unaware that their father may never be returning home and are eagerly awaiting his return, which would have been at the end of this fishing trip. Tarmattie is a full-time housewife and does not know where to start or has anywhere to go, since her husband took care of her financially. Persaud’s crew members were a cousin, Ralph Anthony Couchman called “Brunham”, 22, a lad from Sheet Anchor who was on his third fishing trip looking to make a start in his life. His mother, Nandranie Sukra, said he was the youngest of five siblings but was the main breadwinner in the family. The young man was advised to stay home but decided to board the fishing vessel to help take care of his poor family. Another young man on the boat was Glendroy Jones called “Alkaline” and “Joshua”, aged 20 years. He is a Guyanese national living in Suriname and is the youngest of five siblings. Jones’ family described him as a happy young man who lit up a room

whenever he stepped in. The others on the `Shifanie’ were Gowkaran Outar called “Gavin”, 33, and Sherwin Lovell, 35. Outar’s body was washed up at the Number 63 Beach last Thursday and Lovell was the lone survivor on his boat. He drifted for over 18 hours at sea before reaching land and he wandered for four days before finding other fishermen who notified the police of what had happened to him. Unfortunately, just two days after he had recuperated, his reputed wife, Michelle Carol, passed away from an illness. Only five of the 20 fishermen have survived the attack so far; the bodies of four have washed up onshore while 11 are feared dead Authorities in both Guyana and Suriname have arrested a number of persons in connection with the attack, as they intensify their investigations. They have been closely following several persons who were identified as suspects, and believe that it is just a matter of time before all the perpetrators are caught and placed before the courts.

Truth will be revealed

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–– says Justice Trotman as Kwakwani resident alleged drunk soldiers confessed to Lindo Creek Massacre Story and photos by Svetlana Marshall

STATING that it would be injudicious to draw a conclusion before the life of the Lindo Creek Commission of Inquiry (CoI) comes to an end, the CoI Chairman, Justice (ret’d) Donald Trotman assured residents of Kwakwani that the truth about the 2008 Lindo Creek Massacre would be revealed at the end of the inquiry. Since the charred remains of the eight miners – Dax Arokium, Cedric Arokium, Compton Speirs, Horace Drakes, Nigel Torres, Bonny Harry, Clifton Wong and Lancelot Lee – were discovered at a mining camp at Lindo Creek by the owner, Leonard Arokium on June 21, 2008, there have been two theories as to who are the killers. The Guyana Police Force (GPF) and the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) are of the opinion that the Rondell

“Fineman” Rawlins gang had committed the gruesome act. The GDF went one step further and suggested that the diamond miners were probably robbed by the gang and then killed, or may have been tortured, shot and killed because they were suspected informants of the Joint Services. On the other hand, the theory which has been posited by the owner of the camp, Mr Arokium, whose son and brother were among those murdered, suggests that the Joint Services mistakenly killed the miners, believing they were members of the ‘Fineman Gang’. The Joint Services, during the month of June 2008, was conducting operations in the Upper Berbice River, covering Ituni, Kwakwani, Christmas Falls and the UNAMCO trail which leads to Lindo Creek, among other places. They were in search of the gang. This theory has received the backing of rel-

atives and friends of the deceased. On Saturday, during a public conversation at the Kwakwani Workers Club, Justice Trotman told residents, including relatives of Nigel Torres, Dax Arokium and Lancelot Lee, that when the work of the commission concludes at the end of June, the truth about the massacre will be revealed. “The truth has a way of coming through the thickest darkness and to come to the light, and that is what is going to happen. I assure you by God’s grace, and God’s guidance, the truth will come out by the end of next month when the life of this commission would have come to an end. You will hear the truth and the truth will make you free,” he said to loud rounds of applause. SATISFACTION Though some may not be 100 per cent satisfied, he is convinced that the affect-

Resident of Kwakwani, Charles Thom

Residents of Kwakwani and media operatives at the public hearing

ed will receive satisfaction to the extent that they will receive the necessary closure. According to Justice Trotman, the commission ought to have been established 10 years ago to thoroughly investigate the massacre, but it was not. However, he expressed deep satisfaction with President David Granger’s decision to reopen the case. “In his learned wisdom, the right President has appointed the right man to do the right job. President David Granger has done that, and you will see results. We will see the right results because the right thing has been done, even though it is 10 years after,” he said. He noted that the President’s decision to extend the life of the commission has allowed for a visit to the scene of the massacre to be conducted. That visit was conducted on Saturday by a 23-member team led by Justice Trotman,

Chairman of the Lindo Creek Commission of Inquiry, Justice Retired Donald Trotman speaking during the public conversation at Kwakwani Workers’ Club and included members of the Torres and Arokium families. If the mining camp at Lindo Creek was not visited by the commission, he opined that his investigation would have been incomplete and left at the mercies of critics. “That would have left us in a very incomplete state… and the naysayers, they

would have been laughing all over the place,” he posited. DEFYING THE ODDS Justice Trotman told the residents that since the establishment of the commission on February 1, 2018, the work of the commission See page 8

Relatives of the murdered miners: L-R: Nigel Torres mother, Yonette Torres; Lancelot Lee’s brother, Wayne Lee; and Dax Arokium’s reputed wife, Onica Butts at the Kwakwani Workers’ Club following the public conversation

Justice Donald Trotman and team en route to mining camp at Lindo Creek where the miners were killed

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Editorial

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Celebrating our diversity AS any Guyanese who has either visited the United States or interacted with family living there will attest, the definitions of “black” very much vary between the two countries. Here, to be black literally means to have dark skin and be of African descent. In the United States, it often seems instead that being black really means not being completely, solely of Caucasian descent. Everyone in the community of color is unfortunately often painted with a very, very broad brush. This attitude cuts a stark contrast with Guyana’s quite detailed appreciation

of differing skin tones, and especially racial mixes. We acknowledge “red”, “dougla”, “buffiander” in addition to “brown skin” amongst many other descriptions. While admittedly some may not appreciate being put into a particular categorisation by the public, at least a robust effort has been made to recognise the many subtleties that make up one’s background. The issue of not recognising such complexity actually came up in a very interesting way in Hollywood, as young actress, Zendaya, claimed that she was sadly what the industry recognised as an acceptable black person. Of course

a casual glance by any random Guyanese would immediately mark her as a ‘red’ woman. Her skin tone, facial features and the fact that it’s difficult to identify her exact heritage are classic indicators of a red woman. That Hollywood not only did not recognise the complexity of her identity, but also thought that casting her was anywhere close to an authentic representation of people that closely resemble their African ancestors, is quite telling. It begs the question whether this speaks to a general lack of understanding of the depth of diversity or amounts to a problematic

broader rejection of the darker skin tones. If we give them some degree of benefit of the doubt we could perhaps say that they are just now appreciating diversity, whereas we have lived in a diversity hotspot. We may not recognise this regularly, but this is highly likely to be the most diverse country on earth- and if it isn’t it is certainly near the very top of that list. Unlike many countries that claim to be diverse we have significant populations of every race, even though two form a majority. Even further, this also points interestingly to the much publicised upcoming

royal wedding in the UK. We certainly shouldn’t paint with too broad a brush, but it is a little funny that the British are so excited about an interracial marriage when that is quite common in Guyana. Guyanese should thus celebrate the wide range of backgrounds that we observe locally and take a moment to note the

many names we have set aside, to acknowledge the different blends that have resulted. The heralded national stories of how each group came to this land are not just individual celebrations of heritage, but represent elements of a broader national identity that we should be very, very proud of.

No phone credit days after purchase Dear Editor, THERE is something amiss at Digicel, the international service provider which boasts of the high quality of service it provides to its clients in Guyana. While it may be true that there are some areas of its service which it can take comfort in, for as long as the big wigs in the company continue to deny the existence of a scam within the organisation which has seen a number of its clients being denied the benefit of “Top Up” credit purchased for their individual phones, the credibility of Digicel will, in my estimation, be forever tarnished. It is known that I regularly appear as a guest on a programme – Walter Rodney Groundings (WRG) – which is aired on HBTV CH9 on Sundays at 5.30pm. A number of viewers of the programme have on occasions, raised with me their concerns in respect to the purchasing of Digicel credit and not being able to benefit from it. I have been assured that complaints have been made periodically to Digicel and these have been ignored. Along with other commentators on the WRG programme, calls have been made to Digicel to examine its operations and to remedy the faults wherever they exist. Seemingly, nothing has

been done by Digicel and the complaints of being robbed of credit purchased from the service provider continue with some degree of regularity. Editor, if I had harboured any doubts about the validity of the complaints made to me, they would have disappeared

Friday, May 4th at one of Digicel’s authorised dealers on Regent Street, Bourda, near to Light Street. I requested and received a receipt #18834. After waiting several days for the credit and not receiving it, I rather foolishly assumed that the delay had to

Some checks were made and I was asked to visit the Kingston Office where the problem would be rectified. When I arrived there I was directed to an enclosure and spoke to five members of staff. They did some initial checks and advised that within two hours

the credit would be sent to my phone. That was about noon on Tuesday, May 8th, 2018. It is now more than nine days since I purchased the credit and five days since I was told by a representative of Digicel, in Kingston, that the “Top Up” would have been credited to

as a result of having suffered the same experience and being exposed to the most unprofessional response by Digicel’s representatives at its office in Barrack Street, Kingston, on Tuesday, May 8th, 2018. My experience had its genesis in a purchase I made at approximately 9.15am, on

do with technical faults that Digicel may have encountered, hence their inability to credit my account in a timely manner. I returned to the place of purchase, (Digicel on Regent Street), on Tuesday 8th May for an explanation for the delay in crediting my account.

of the purchase on Friday, May 4th, instructions were given by someone at Digicel to reverse the charges. I spent nearly two hours there and tried, unsuccessfully, to speak with the senior staff member who I was told was looking into the problem. Eventually, I was told that within an hour

my account and nothing has been done. What is wrong with Digicel? Is it that they are fortified in their belief that genuine complaints made against them by aggrieved Guyanese clients will not be addressed by the competent authorities here? Digicel’s behaviour to

their clients on this matter borders on contempt. I sense that in all of the complaints made against Digicel that none was accompanied by a receipt to prove the claim of wrongdoing on the part of officials at Digicel, who by their behaviour have made themselves complicit in what is taking place, their staff and or franchise holders. My case presents a different scenario for Digicel. I have a receipt, which was shown to them and they cannot ignore its existence, yet they refuse to act. It seems that Digicel has decided that the way to resolve this problem is to ignore it. In the process they are saying to hell with those clients who have suffered as a result of the acts of dishonesty on the part of their members of staff or franchise holders, if that is what the outlets are. This is the entity which is laying claim to greater market share in the industry. I want to use this opportunity to signal to Digicel I will not rest until I receive the credit I have purchased from your entity. I am warning you that I will do whatever I can, including picketing your Kingston office to ensure I receive what is mine. Best regards Desmond Trotman PS: I attach a copy of my receipt for your information

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Attempts at political whitewashing and deflection Dear Editor,

has been its most criminal example. Ramsammy speaks of the “silent majority’’ that he claims should begin to raise their voices and protest against what he calls political witch-hunting and dictatorship. It is a political narrative of no consequential value, since it takes flight against the groundswell of factual evidence that has emerged in the form of audits which have exposed the avalanche of PPP/C criminality in this country. There is no right thinking Guyanese who values their honesty and personal integrity that will doubt the rape of Guyana, as perpetrated by the clique of PPP/C criminal looters. Neither can they refute the findings of the many audit exercises. If there is one significant

ANOTHER torrent of lies by PPP/C point man,Leslie Ramsammy, employing the use of sensational language designed to whip up public sentiment that will lead to public dissent against the A Party for National Unity+Alliance for Change (APNU+AFC) government. I refer to, Kaieteur News letter to the editor on May 11, 2018, “Political witch-hunt reinforces dictatorship; will haunt us for generations”. His entire piffle is, again, dishonest for the many untruths that it seeks to convey. But it will only fool some of the people, those creatures of the distorted moral brand that have been created by the PPP/C culture of dishonesty, of which self-enrichment

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be prosecuted, irrespective of who they are, and their political affiliations? Is it not right that they be accorded the same procedural conditions which are faced by other similarly accused, who would have appeared in court for such similar offences? Ramsammy has continued his desperation in seeking to create that which does not exist in Guyana: a political dictatorship. Therefore, his allegations that the charges brought against Brassington and Singh are of such a political mould is as asinine, as they are spurious, devious, misleading, and shamelessly dishonest, with the intention to deceive. For if by making those account for their crimes against the state, causes the State to be dictatorial, then the audits

and the many findings are untrue, and the nation’s law are accommodative of such illegalities! Is it not time that the Ramsammys of this nation understand that no amount of vicious lies; attempts at political sanitisation and whitewashing will ever hide the criminal fact of what 23 years of their party in Government would have done to this country? That it has denied the working class, for whom they have always pretended care and concern, better social facilities in the many communities which they live, and which they have now been receiving because of a change in government; that the much politically propagated house lot distribution has not delivered that dream home to over 28,000 of

these allottees – and the latter has occurred while many of Ramsammy’s former cabinet colleagues and other high officials, occupy mansions in Pradoville One and Two, and in other upscale suburbs. Editor, this is another example of a political party that continues to defend its sordid past of governance, through the moral distortion that it has created. And this latest compilation of lies, further explains why the PPP/C and its pack of dishonest and unconscionable leaders like Ramsammy could have broken all the laws of this country during their orgy of state criminal larceny. Yours sincerely, Earl Hamilton

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recognition and expectation that arose from the mass of the Guyanese people during the last national and regional elections campaign, in every region, is that the nation’s assets have been plundered, and that those responsible ought to pay the penalty for such grand theft. It is a reasonable expectation that is now being fulfilled with the court arraignment. What is wrong with such judicial action, Ramsammy? What is witch-hunting in bringing those who deliberately set out to gouge the hard working Guyanese people, the same category who hypocrites like Ramsammy are now seeking through the use of subtle language to incite public protests? Is it against the Laws of Guyana for those who have committed crimes, to not

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Region Four honours nurse for longstanding service – over 40 years in the profession

IN light of Nursing Week 2018 which ended on Sunday, the Regional Health Department of the Regional Democratic Council (RDC) of Region Four (Demerara-Mahaica) honoured Nurse Hazel Europe for being a caregiver for over 40 years. Europe who is stationed at the Grove Health Centre has been consistent, dedicated, devoted to her work over the years, said the regional administration in a recent press statement. Regional Health Officer (RHO), Dr. Quincy Jones in applauding Nurse Europe’s contribution said that she has served the health sector very well and the region is very privileged to be enjoying her services. He said the award is a token for her years of ser-

From left- Joyce Phillips, Senior Health Visitor (ag) for East Bank Demerara; Nurse Hazel Europe; Regional Vice-Chairman, Earl Lambert, Iona Wickham Barker, Senior Health Visitor for the East Coast of Demerara; Regional Health Officer Dr. Quincy Jones; and Sabrina Phillips, Matron of the Diamond Diagnostic Centre. vice to the profession and more so the region. Europe in return expressed appreciation and thanks to the RDC for the recognition that they bestowed upon her, noting

that she has been committed to the profession since her younger days. The many challenges she faced as a young nurse in the profession only served to motivate her

further. “I am a determined nurse who is very committed to this profession as it’s a profession of care and love and that is what I live my life by each day,

as I understand that if I do otherwise then I am not serving my profession,” Nurse Europe said. Nurse Europe who first began her working career as a teacher, taught for five

years before she decided to follow her lifelong dream of becoming a nurse. She enrolled as a nurse on October 5, 1976 and has since served in every heath centre on the East Bank of Demerara. She has also worked from Long Creek to Mocha throughout her 40 years of service as a midwife. The woman, who had retired, is back on the job as a contract employee. She decided to return in order to continue her service as a nurse because of her passion for the profession. “I love what I am doing and I am grateful for the opportunity of continuing in the profession, and I would like to urge my fellow nurses to serve with dignity and pride while giving of their best,” she said.

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has been criticized, with many suggesting that the visit to the scene would not have been possible, at least by him. However, Justice Trotman proved naysayers wrong when he and his team travelled the more than 119 miles from Kwakwani, through the treacherous UNAMCO trail for a period of two-and-a-half hours before it was time to come off the road. The team then trekked through the forest, covering rough terrain in the process. The fallen trees, the steep and slippery hills, and the five creeks proved to be the most difficult to manoeuver

during the more than twohour-long journey to the scene of the massacre. Though describing the journey to Lindo Creek as “rough, hazardous and strenuous”, Justice Trotman was determined to reach the camp, and he did with the assistance of a GDF officer, the police and the tour guides. The journey, he said, was necessary. “They felt that we would not have been able to go and see the place. They felt that this old man really couldn’t make the trip. He would have had to sit down in Georgetown and rub his aching bones…. But there are some

aching bones this morning, but these aches and pains that I am having are nothing to the aches and pains and suffering that the surviving relatives of these unfortunate dead men are suffering,” the retired judge said. Though retired from the judicial system, Justice Trotman made it clear that he has not retired from justice, as he reiterated the truth will be revealed. DRUNKEN SOLDIERS AND NEWS OF BURNT MEN Resident of Kwakwani Charles Thom, who was a logger back in June 2008,

Close to a decade after--a section of the camp where the miners were killed. In this photo, drums which were used to store fuel can be seen

GDF officer Sherlock Rigby and the guide, Kevin Campbell assisting Justice Donald Trotman across one of the five creeks they had to cross to get to the camp said he was at home when one had seen or heard from – mother of 17-year-old a little boy told him that the miners operating at the Nigel Torres--were among a group of drunken sol- camp at Lindo Creek. residents who spoke openly diers said they had burned As his suspicious grew, about the Lindo Creek Massome men at a camp in Thom said he learnt in the sacre, and the need for the the Upper Berbice River, newspaper that “the Joint truth to be disclosed. several miles away from Services torched bandits’ The commission’s Kwakwani. camp at 63km (UNAMCO Legal Counsel, Patrice “My neighbour son came Road)”. The Lindo Creek Henry; the Commission’s over by me and said Uncle is in the vicinity of 76km, Public Relations Officer, Thom, them soldiers drink- UNAMCO trail. Melanie Morris; Commuing and them drunk, and they “The newspaper said nity Development Counsay how they burn up some ‘Joint Services torch bandits’ cil Vice Chairman, Namen up the river deh,” Thom camp’ but it wasn’t bandits’ dia Welcome; the NDC disclosed during the public camp, but it was some hard Chairperson, Juanita Leaconversation. working miners,” Thom said cock; the NDC Overseer, Thom said he enquired as he questioned the reason Clairann Owenkirk, and from persons operating along behind the senseless killing. the Assistant Regional the UNAMCO trail, if they According him, the evidence Executive Officer, Leola heard anything, and was told is out there. Narine were among the no. However, he became inJocelyn Morian, Edward officials present at the creasing suspicious when no Farrell and Yonette Torres public conversation

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GPL linesman hospitalised Surinamese cop allegedly linked following electric shock to piracy attacks found dead A 40-YEAR-OLD male employee at the Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL) was on Sunday rushed to the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), after he was shocked while conducting line maintenance works. Warded in the emergency care unit is Dara Singh, a resident of Garden of Eden, East Bank Demerara (EBD). Report are that at around 11:00 hrs, Singh was working on the electrical wires, transferring cables on the intersection of Stabroek Market and Croal Street when a ruptured cable caused him to come in contact with a live wire. He was thrown to the ground and his co-workers immediately transported him to the GPHC in the company vehicle. At the hospital, one of Singh’s colleagues, who opted to remain anonymous, said that it is not unusual for wires to burst while works are being conducted and although Singh was wearing insulation material, it did not help at the time. “He was wearing everything but it was 7,800 volts. There is nothing he can wear for that,” said the worker who is now “hoping and praying” for the safe recovery of his colleague. The co-worker said, too, that Singh’s condition appeared serious at the time he was rushed into emergency care and that his wife was also present at the hospital. Singh, said to be a father of four has been working with the GPL for some three years.

Amnesty extended for miners with medium scale properties THE Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC) has extended the amnesty for miners who are in arrears of payments of rental for medium scale properties. According to a notice in the Guyana Chronicle on Sunday, the amnesty was extended because of the influx of requests from miners. The terms read that the initial grace period which ended on April 15, 2018, has been extended to June 30, 2018 and will be given to all medium scale property holders who are in arrears and whose properties have not already been published as cancelled in the Official Gazette. “All interests on said arrears payments will attract a waiver of fifty percent; all property holders who do not avail themselves of this offer will have their properties cancelled,” said the GGMC. In January, Minister within the Ministry of Natural Resources, Simona Broomes, told the Department of Public Information (DPI) that the initiative sought to provide a chance for defaulters to retain their property. “Minister (Raphael) Trotman and I had a meeting and a discussion in which we agreed to have an amnesty for persons who would be interested in getting their properties back,” the Minister explained. Minister Broomes had noted that some 400 blocks were pending cancellation. “I think in it all, it’s a wonderful opportunity for miners because some persons now coming back and say, listen, things seem different… there is more opportunity… the government is investing in more infrastructure,” Broomes said.

A MAN has been arrested in neighbouring Suriname in connection with the alleged murder of a police officer whose lifeless body was discovered in a parked car on Sunday morning, in Passiebloem Straat, Paramaribo, Suriname. The officer who was identified as Premcharan Ravikant, 23, is alleged to be linked to the recent piracy attack in that country’s waters that has left four confirmed dead fishermen and 11 missing. According to informa-

tion received, in what is suspected to be a reprisal killing, the family reported the kidnapping of the said officer on Saturday evening, indicating that he was abducted by “Guyanese”. According to a reputable source, it is alleged that the officer supplied a gun which was used in one of the attacks on the “Guyanese fishermen”. Investigators also reportedly found a text message in the officer’s phone that he had forwarded to his father. The text reportedly stat-

ed that the dead police officer’s father was responsible for the death of Somnauth Manohar, the man who was gunned down on March 30, in Suriname. It was that incident which is said to have led to the April 27, attack on the four fishing vessels with the 20 fishermen. Five of the fishers have survived the attack, the bodies of four have washed ashore and 11 are feared dead. An SoS message was, according to reports, dispatched on Saturday evening to police ranks in Suri-

name for them to be on the lookout for the officer’s car and his whereabouts. The death of the policeman comes on the heels of the suspected arson of an Enterprise, East Coast Demerara, home allegedly by persons in the fishing industry. According to a police source, if the incidents are indeed related, then it means the attackers or those involved would go to extreme measures to tie up loose ends, including taking out those that may link them to the crime.

Bees sent mourners bolting from burial ground THREE persons are patients at the Suddie Public Hospital, Essequibo Coast, in Region Two, after they were attacked by a swarm of Africanised bees during a funeral

service on Sunday. Persons were seen scampering from the Hampton Court Cemetery in all directions, screaming in agony as the bees descended on them.

The bees reportedly have a hive in the burial ground and they were aggravated by the footsteps and sounds of the mourners.

Police discover marijuana farm in Linden

POLICE ranks of ‘E’ Division stumbled across a five-acre marijuana farm at the Wisroc/ Rockstone trail while searching for murder accused Corwyn Aurther, who is suspected to be hiding out in the backlands of Wisroc, Linden. The farm is located about a mile and a half inland from the access road and had approximately 500 cannabis plants, ranging from about four inches to one foot in height and a nursery with about

A tent that was found on the marijuana farm

A section of the thriving plants discovered by police in ‘E’ Division

1,500 plants. Also discovered on the farm were small amounts of dried cannabis, along with improvised smoking utensils, male clothing, cooking utensils and farming tools. The marijuana plants and camps were destroyed and the grid location was recorded. No one has been arrested thus far, but investigations into to discovering are ongoing.

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A handy tip on discipline If you are raising children you have one of the most important jobs in the world. Although most days seem the same and sometimes your role as a parent/caregiver may become mundane, you must not become complacent. Children are growing and changing every day. They are learning and picking up ideas and habits from their environment and the people around them, so you must stay tuned in to them to keep them on the right track. When they are small, children are very cute and it is fun to observe their personalities developing. However some adults fall so much in love with the ‘baby’ element of the child that they forget that introducing discipline and (eventually)

setting boundaries are just as important, as giving love and protecting their child. Even at the tender age a child can be disciplined. Discipline does not mean that the child should be slapped, pinched or manhandled in some way for the parent to make his/her point. It means that the child should be spoken to firmly and directly. Not in a jokey or fun manner, not half-heartedl, or while the parent/caregiver is on their cell phone or otherwise distracted. If you hold a child by his/her hand and you look him/her in the eyes and you tell the child ‘No’ and you mean it, they will know and they will comply. There is a time for everything, but when it comes to disciplin-

ing children it needs to be done in a serious manner, you cannot let sentiments get in the way. Even if the child laughs it off and tries to ignore you, you must tell them again and show them that you mean what you say. You must be consistent and firm in your approach when disciplining children from day one. As your child grows he/ she will come to realise that there is an invisible ‘line’ that should not be crossed. The ‘line’ simply distinguishes adult from child and allows the child to know how far he/she can go. The ‘line’ also fosters an understanding in the relationship over time between child and adult. Along with this understanding usually comes trust and respect on both sides.

This does not mean you cannot have a rough and tumble game with your child or play, laugh and enjoy your child, it only means that your child understands that there is a time for play and a time when their parent/ caregiver is serious. The child must be able to appreciate the serious side of life as his/her parent caregiver is also his/her protector and has the child’s best interest at heart. Some parents are afraid to discipline their children because they cannot bear to see their child look or feel sad. Some parents even feel their child might think they do not love them (although disciplining children means quite the opposite), if they ‘put their foot down’ and do not give in to their child’s

demands. There are many scenarios that go on between parent/caregivers and children: e.g. where children have learnt how to ‘work their head’ on the adult to get their own way, or where the adult feels obligated to ‘give in’ to or appease the child for a peace of mind. These types of negative traits can come about when parent/ caregivers do not nip unsavoury behaviour in the bud: Or they have not paid attention to, and corrected a child’s negative change in behaviour so it has become ingrained. We can protect, guide, discipline, respect, love, and set boundaries for our children from day one. This will create a firm foundation and good relationship for their

all-round growth and development. We can also flex with them by being versatile and understanding to their growing and ever-changing needs. When you have one of the most important jobs in the world, tips on how to get the best results are never wasted. It is better to introduce positive traits in your child’s life as early as possible: but regardless of how old your child is, if you start today, it will not be too late. If you are concerned about a child you can ring the CPA hotline 227 0979 or email chilcaregy@gmail. co A Message from the Childcare and Protection Agency, Ministry of Social Protection

Linden murder suspect still at large –– continues to call family and friends RANKS of ‘E’ Division are searching relentlessly for Corwyn Aurther, 34, called “Cross Eye”, who allegedly stabbed to death Claude DeJounge called “Sonno” of 915 South Amelia’s Ward,

Linden, last Thursday. The man is suspected to be hiding out in the backlands of Wisroc, Wismar Linden. He immediately made good his escape after reportedly stabbing DeJounge three times to his shoulder, neck and abdomen. The stabbing occurred after DeJounge asked Aurther to leave the premises of Tanya Samuels, 35, with whom they

both shared a relationship. Since then, Aurther has been calling relatives and friends expressing his remorse for the act he allegedly committed. The first person he called after going into hiding was the eldest son of Samuels, Cleon Samuels, and allegedly confessed to the crime while telling him he is hiding out in a house on the Wismar shore. He also contacted Tanya via

telephone according to her son. Since Thursday, Aurther has been contacting several persons. One relative of his said he called her saying he is sorry for the act he committed. “I ask he if he in kill he self yet,” the relative said. According to the police, while Aurther was allegedly committing the act, he told Samuels, “Is you cause that, I want he head, I get poison to drink when I done.” Cleon, however, be-

lieves that Aurther premeditated the act because earlier in the night, he burnt his clothes and his identification card at the very back yard of Samuels. Divisional Commander Anthony Vandyhyden said

the police are working with intelligence and will not give up the search. Aurther is a known questionable character in Linden who was previously incarcerated for allegedly committing rape and larceny.

Man arrested for allegedly threatening, pointing gun at businessman A LICENCED firearm holder has been arrested after he allegedly pointed his gun and threatened to kill a businessman. According to a reliable source from the Guyana Police Force (GPF), Imran Khan, who is the brother of the man who was implicated in the alleged plot to assassinate President David Granger, committed the act following an argument with businessman Andrif Gillard on Friday. Gillard had testified during the recent Commission of Inquiry (CoI) into the alleged assassination plot. The victim had told the CoI that the alleged orchestrator of the plot, who was his neighbour had offered him money to assassinate the President. According to the police, Khan’s firearm was lodged and he is expected to appear in court today.

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Several children injured in Linden accident

AN accident along the Soesdyke, Linden Highway has left a number of children injured and hospitalised in critical conditions on Sunday. The crash occurred along the Kuru Kururu area when a car, driven by a woman, lost control and slammed into another vehicle before careening into the path of a minibus. Rawle McKenzie, 39, who is said to be the driver of the minibus, was injured. The others who suffered injuries

are Amaiya Persaud, Prem Persaud, Zenita Persaud, Wayne George, Giwan, Jawah, Anthony, Arianne, Kimberly and Vian. Most of the injured are said to be from the community of Cane Ville and were reportedly returning from a creek outing when the accident occurred. The injured were first taken to the Diamond Hospital before they were transported to the Georgetown Public Hospital.

One of the injured being taken to hospital in an ambulance

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– as Mother-Daughter Pageant reinforces the power

WENTY-ONE pairs of proud mothers and daughters on Saturday evening proved once again that love is an unbreakable bond at the 27th hosting of the Supa-Stylistics Mother and Daughter Pageant. Hosted at the National Culture Centre, the show was presented under the banner ‘Love’s Kaleidoscope’ with contestants in the junior, middle and senior categories. Present, along with her daughter, was First Lady Sandra Granger who serves as Patron of the pageant. Lighting up the stage

with their vibrant colours and energetic personalities, the ladies did not disappoint the large turn-out of supporters who cheered at every possible moment for the duo they hoped would cop the crown. The contestants were judged based on their appropriateness, suitability, creativity, dress fit, performance finish, performance display, togetherness, maintenance of the theme and crowd response. Walking away with the crown in the junior category were Marica Abrams and Nomarra; the second runner-ups were Kenicia Lewis and Aariel and the

First Lady, Sandra Granger is musically serenaded by Guyanese singer Calvin Burnett (Photo by Delano Williams)

Contestants Felicia Geness (right) and Katusha

Second place winners in the middle category, Marcy Cameron (right) and Chelsia

Nathalie Adams (left) and Latonya, third place winners in the senior category

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r of womanhood third place winners were Cynthina Bharat-Bacchus and Maya. Marica Abrams is a cosmetologist and masseuse while her daughter Nomarra is a Grade Two student at the Westfield Prep School. Meanwhile, the middle category winners were Shonette Vyphuis and Saniayah followed by second place winners, Marcy Cameron and Chelsia and finally, Charlene Hamilton and Chrislene. Shonette Vyphuis is a senior graduate teacher at the West Ruimveldt Primary School while and Saniayah is a Fourth Grade

student at the Modern Achievers Academy. In the much-anticipated senior category, the audience erupted into cheers when the seven pairs of ladies took to the stage all at once in their long, flowing gowns, many with hidden variations of creativity. Snatching the crown for the win was the mother and daughter pair of Germaine Jacques and Kia; the second runner-ups were Juliet Herod and Andrea, followed by Nathalie Adams and Latonya. Germaine Jacques is an Administrative Assistant at Eureka Medical Laboratories and Kia, a first

Charlene Hamilton and Chrislene, third place winners in the middle category

year biology student at the University of Guyana. The first place winners received crowns, sashes, a bouquet of flowers, tickets for two to any Fly Jamaica destination, electronics, jewellery, shopping vouchers and more. The night also showcased four pairs of fathers and sons with the intention of relating the message that men, too, are important in the balance of the family structure. Amidst the vibrant pre-

sentations, special tribute was paid to the late Reona Payne, a past contestant of the pageant who was murdered by her partner earlier this year, following events of domestic abuse. In keeping with the theme of love and respect for women, the National Dance Company and National Dance School dazzled the audience with their descriptive performances. Meanwhile, renditions from Guyanese singer

Calvin Burnett had the audience singing along to some of the best known `Rhythm and Blues’ love tunes. In a written message to those who attended the pageant First Lady, Sandra Granger said: “When there are so many negative things happening around us it is a delight to witness the joy and positive energy of the contestants, young and old, as they demonstrate their many varied capabilities.”

Meanwhile, a message from President David Granger stated: “The Mother and Daughter Pageant is an exaltation of womanhood and celebration of motherhood…the pageant helps to sanctify the sacred mother-child relationship.” The Supa-Stylistics Pageant was first introduced in the year 1990 and is produced annually by Mrs Ingrid Fung and her daughter, Dr. Sulan Fung-Browne.

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Levante ends barelona unbeaten streak Emmanuel Boateng scored his first hat-trick to inflict Ernesto Valverde’s first league defeat as Barcelona boss

(BBC) - BARCELONA’S dream of going a whole La Liga season unbeaten ended in their penultimate game as they were beaten by lowly Levante in a remarkable match. The hosts moved into a 5-1 lead, with Emmanuel Boateng scoring a hat-trick and Enis Bardhi netting twice. Barca’s Philippe Coutinho scored a hat-trick of his own and Luis Suarez netted a penalty to set up a tense finale. But the champions could

not find an equaliser as they fell to a first La Liga defeat in 44 games. Ernesto Valverde, beaten in the league for the first time as Barcelona boss, may regret his decision to rest top scorer Lionel Messi for the trip to 15th-placed Levante. After coming through their game against Real Madrid unbeaten last weekend, it looked as though history beckoned for Barcelona. No side have gone an entire Spanish top flight

season unbeaten since the 1930s, when there were only 18 games in a season. But they fell just short in a match that almost defied logic - they had only conceded 24 goals in their opening 36 games. With the league and cup double already wrapped up, and their Champions League run long over, it makes next Sunday’s final game against Real Sociedad largely irrelevant - except to send off departing captain Andres Iniesta.

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Mercedes sweep Barcelona Race winner Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain and Mercedes GP is presented with his trophy on the podium during the Spanish Formula One Grand Prix at Circuit de Catalunya on May 13, 2018 in Montmelo, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

City and Salah break records as Liverpool take top-four spot (REUTERS) - RECORDS fell on the final day of the Premier League season on Sunday as Manchester City beat Southampton 1-0 to become the first team to reach 100 points and Mohamed Salah established a new Premier League goal-scoring mark as Liverpool clinched a topfour spot.

Mohamed Salah of Liverpool pose for a photo with his Premier League Golden Boot Award after the Premier League match between Liverpool and Brighton and Hove Albion at Anfield on May 13, 2018 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

(Reuters) - LEWIS Hamilton won the Spanish Grand Prix in a commanding Mercedes one-two on Sunday to stretch his Formula One lead over Ferrari’s Sebastian Vettel from four to 17 points. The victory, from pole position in a race that stayed dry despite the threat of rain, was the Briton’s second of the season, 64th of his career and third at the Circuit de Catalunya. Finland’s Valtteri Bottas was second, a hefty

20.5 seconds behind, with Dutch 20-year-old Max Verstappen completing the podium for Red Bull and Vettel fourth. Hamilton’s win followed on from the lucky victory that fell into his lap in Azerbaijan two weekends ago, but Sunday had nothing to do with chance and all to do with champions back to their best. “This is more like it, let’s keep this up,” Hamilton told his celebrating team over the radio as he

swept past the chequered flag. “Today the car and myself, I felt that synergy which I hadn’t been feeling for the whole year,” he added in a pre-podium interview after parking up in pit lane. “It’s a good feeling. “We’ve got our Mercedes board with us... so it’s great to have them all here and see that true force within the team, strength in depth, so I hope we can continue.” Hamilton now has 95

points to Vettel’s 78 after five rounds of the 21-race championship. Mercedes regained the lead in the constructors’ standings from Ferrari, who had 2007 world champion Kimi Raikkonen retire from the race. Australian Daniel Ricciardo was fifth for Red Bull, ahead of Denmark’s Kevin Magnussen for Haas and Spaniards Carlos Sainz (Renault) and Fernando Alonso (eighth for McLaren).

Despite their stoppage-time defeat, Southampton still ended up celebrating Premier League survival with Swansea City, who lost 2-1 to Stoke City, going down while Tottenham Hotspur emerged victorious 5-4 from an incredible seesaw encounter against Leicester City. On a day of farewells, with more than half the managers either departing or with questions about their future and several distinguished players ending their club careers, Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger signed off with a 1-0 win at Huddersfield.

Yet Chelsea’s Antonio Conte, who is widely expected to leave after next week’s FA Cup final, saw his side beaten 3-0 at Newcastle United. Manchester City’s season looked to be heading for an equally underwhelming end after they failed to register a single first-half shot on target at St Mary’s where Southampton knew they would be safe provided City did not run riot. There was never much chance of that but City’s thrilling season was capped by another piece of individual brilliance, with Gabriel Jesus producing a superb lobbed winner in the 94th minute to spark wild celebrations. Aside from the new alltime English top flight points record, City have also set new benchmarks for Premier League goals (106), wins (32) and points clear of the second-placed team (19). Soccer Football - Premier League - Tottenham Hotspur vs Leicester City - Wembley Stadium, London, Britain - May 13, 2018 Tottenham’s Harry Kane celebrates scoring their fifth goal REUTERS/Dylan Martinez At Anfield, they were also scouring through the record books after Salah opened the scoring against Brighton and Hove Albion with his 32nd goal of the season. That established a new mark for a 38-game campaign, beating the previous 31-goal record he shared with Alan Shearer, Cristiano Ronaldo and Luis Suarez. Dejan Lovren added a second before Dominic Solanke and Andy Robertson registered their first goals for the club in the 4-0 win.

Juventus seal seventh consecutive Serie A title

(BBC) - JUVENTUS sealed a seventh consecutive Serie A title with a draw against 10-man Roma. Second-placed Napoli won at Sampdoria, but a point was enough to give Juventus their 34th top-flight title. It adds to Wednesday’s Coppa Italia success, meaning coach Massimiliano Allegri has won the Italian double in each of his four seasons in charge. Roma ended with 10 men at Stadio Olimpico following Radja Nainggolan’s red card. The race for the Scudetto had looked like going down to the wire when Napoli secured a dramatic late victory in Turin on 22 April. But a 3-0 reverse at Fiorentina coupled with a 2-2 draw against Torino left the Neapolitans’ hopes of

The Juventus players celebrate after their draw in Rome confirmed a 34th top-flight title

claiming a first top-flight title since 1989-90 in tatters. Despite leading the table for a large part of the season and accruing 88 points, a club record haul, Napoli needed the Bianconeri to lose both of their remaining fixtures to stand any chance of catching them. But once Nainggolan had been dismissed for a second yellow card midway through the second period, those hopes were effectively extinguished. Juventus may not be able to boast the stardust of previous campaigns but they remain a highly efficient unit. Even without Gianluigi Buffon in goal, they rarely looked like conceding and held out with relative ease to move on to 92 points, four clear of Napoli with one game remaining.

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Rajasthan trash Indians

Ben Stokes and Jos Buttler celebrate the victory, Mumbai Indians v Rajasthan Royals, IPL, Mumbai, May 13, 2018

CMC – EXCITING West Indies opener, Evin Lewis, smashed his second half-century of the Indian Premier League but was outshone by the brilliant Jofra Archer, as Rajasthan Royals thrashed Mumbai Indians by seven wickets to strengthen their claim for a play-off spot in the Indian Premier League here Sunday. Sent in at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai tallied 168 for six from their 20 overs, with the left-handed Lewis top-scoring with 60 from 42 balls. He put on 87 off 64 de-

liveries for the first wicket with Suryakumar Yadav who struck 38, while Hardik Pandya chipped in with 36. Lewis spearheaded Mumbai’s charge, stroking four fours and four sixes as he passed 300 runs in his first IPL season. He reached his half-century at the 12th over when he deposited a full toss from off-spinner Krishnappa Gowtham onto the media centre but departed two overs later when he holed out to deep point off seamer Dhawal Kulkarni.

Barbadian Archer produced an incisive four-over spell, grabbing two wickets and conceding only 16 runs. His opening two-over burst cost just seven runs while coughing up the wickets of Yadav and captain Rohit Sharma for a first-ball ‘duck’. He prised out Yadav to a catch at long leg after the right-hander failed to keep down a pull and claimed Rohit in identical fashion off the very next delivery. Archer’s second spell was a pacy one, rattling Mum-

bai’s lower order and conceding a mere nine runs. In reply, Englishman Jos Buttler extended his fine run with his second straight half-century, stroking an unbeaten 94 from 53 balls at the top of the order to see Royals to victory. They lost D’Arcy Short cheaply for four with the score on nine in the opening over but Buttler added 95 for the second wicket with Ajinkya Rahane (37) and a further 61 for the third wicket with Sanju Samson (26), to successfully revive the run chase.

Rayudu hundred puts CSK on brink of playoffs (ESPNCricinfo) - Chennai Super Kings all but joined Sunrisers Hyderabad in the play-offs with a dominant win over the leaders of the league on Sunday evening. The job was finished for them a few hours later by Rajasthan Royals; their win against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede confirmed a top-four finish for CSK. Sunrisers arrived in Pune with a perfect record batting first, having successfully defended118, 132, 146 and 151. Asked to bat first, they put on their highest total of the tournament, but ran into Shane Watson and Ambati Rayudu, arguably the best opening combination this IPL. Watson began the aggression but Rayudu wasn’t too far behind. Rayudu capped a remarkable turnaround of a season with his maiden T20 hundred, and Watson fell for 57 off 35. The real damage, arguably, was done by Super Kings bowlers: a returning-from-injury Deepak Chahar at the start of the match to force a slow start on Sunrisers, and then Dwayne Bravo at the end of the innings to convert what looked like a chase of 200 into 180. You know the basic principles of swing, the techniques, the release, the wrist position, but the phenomenon of swing bowling sometimes surprises you by disappearing suddenly. When the ball does swing, though, it becomes difficult to take it from upwards of eight runs an over. Alex Hales and Shikhar Dhawan tried, followed by Kane Williamson, but they all struggled against the swing of Chahar. MS Dhoni cleverly gave him a change of ends to sync his outswing with the wind in Pune after giving him the customary first over. Bowling the fourth over, Chahal got rid of Hales, while Dhawan and Williamson were forced to be watchful as Chahar finished inside eight overs with figures of 4-0-16-1. Sunrisers’ 29 for 1 at the end of six was the second-lowest Powerplay this season for the loss of just one wicket. The lowest was Super Kings’ 27 against the same opposition in their first match against each other. Super Kings went slow till the ninth over - much like Sunrisers here. Super Kings were 41 after nine, Sunrisers 51 after nine.

Joyce shows resolves after Ireland follow on (ESPNCricinfo) - THERE had been pleasantries aplenty, as well as much good will for Ireland as they joined Test cricket’s exclusive club. Now came the hard reality. Responding to Pakistan’s declaration shortly before lunch on the third day, Ireland stuttered and stumbled to 7 for 4, the dream of their Test debut threatening to become a nightmare. From there, they arguably recovered pretty well, but a first-innings score of 130 was still penurious enough for Pakistan to enforce the follow on for the first time in 16 years and seven opportunities. Having waited until the age of 39 to make his Test debut, Ed Joyce might not have minded the chance to bat again. He received a marginal lbw call to be first man out in Ireland’s initial effort but played with

greater freedom second time around in an unbroken opening stand. Gary Wilson batted with the aid of a painkilling injection after suffering a possible broken arm in the nets before play on the third day of Ireland’s maiden Test. Wilson did not field during the morning and instead went to hospital for an X-ray. Then, with Ireland in trouble in their first innings, he came out at at 61 for 7 and helped add another 69 runs for the last three wickets. “I went for an X-ray and there might be a little crack in it. It’s unconfirmed at the minute,” he said afterwards. “It was pretty sore. The adrenalin kicked in and I didn’t want to miss the chance to bat in a Test match. They just drugged me up and I got out there.”

Ed Joyce helped Ireland make a solid start to their second innings, Ireland v Pakistan, Only Test, Malahide, 3rd day, May 13, 2018

Despite being bowled out 180 runs behind, Wilson said the second-innings response was encouraging for Ireland. “We can take a huge amount of confidence. Whenever you’re asked to follow on and you go 60 for none at the close, that shows big balls.” Joyce and his partner William Porterfield benefited from dropped catches, Mohammad Amir the bowler on both occasions. Joyce was reprieved on 0, from Amir’s third ball, when Sarfraz Ahmed could only get half a glove on a low edge, while Porterfield had 2 to his name when a much simpler chance popped out of Azhar Ali’s grasp at third slip. Amir promptly left the field at the end of that over, seemingly in some discomfort rather than out of pique. He then pulled up after bowling

two balls of a fourth over having sent down 10 in the first innings - shortly before the close, leaving Pakistan with a couple of unforeseen issues to contemplate overnight. Pakistan’s total of 310 for 9 declared covered up more than it revealed. Faheem Ashraf took his maiden Test innings to within sight of a century but was dropped three times along the way, hinting at Irish frustration. Following the loss of the first day to rain, and the subsequent lowering of the follow-on target to 150, Sarfraz Ahmed then spied an opportunity to see how the Pakistan bowlers could exploit a seaming, albeit slowish, surface. The answer was emphatic, as the Mohammads Abbas and Amir removed Ireland’s top three in the space of 37

balls before lunch. It took a sturdy knock of 40 from Kevin O’Brien and an even gutsier display from Gary Wilson, batting at No. 9 after suffering a blow to his right elbow before the start of play, to lift Ireland from ignominy and, eventually, to three figures in their first Test innings. While Ireland had unquestionably done a decent job with the new ball on Saturday, Pakistan’s opening pair tore in with added subcontinental sizzle. Abbas was fortunate that Richard Illingworth raised his finger after pitching the ball just outside leg before hitting Joyce on the pads, but there was no issue about the decisions to send back Andy Balbirnie and Niall O’Brien. With Porterfield losing his off stump to Amir, Irish eyes were wincing.

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The man in the street speaks about Cricket in Berbice By Colin Bynoe Jr. THE Guyana Chronicle sought the views of several Berbicians on the status of cricket in the ancient county while persons also took the time to give their vision for the sport there. BELOW ARE THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY THE MAN IN THE STREET? TAMESHWAR MOHABIR (TEACHER): “Berbice Cricket over the last five years was stagnant. There was a limited amount of cricket competitions, coaching and development workshops and generally cricket-related events. As a result of this, many persons, particularly the youths at the under 15, 17, 19 levels, ventured into other sports such as football, basketball etc where there was a continuous flow of activities.” He added, “First of all, since the implementation of the new BCB administration, there has been many cricket programmes/ competitions running off and also there has been many corporate sponsors returning. It is my hope that this can continue and extend way into the future. I hope it’s not just a one off/limited time something. Also, I would like to see more coaching programs being held so as to educate persons on the basics of cricket. In addition, there should be incentives, be it award ceremonies, contracts etc, to reward deserving players. The BCB should also work in collaboration with the MOE and other NGO’s to tackle social ills such as

suicide, drug abuse etc which is prevalent among our young people as well as adults. They should try to show people that sports, in particular cricket, are a way out of those social ills. Also, it is my hope that there is incisiveness at all levels of cricket in Berbice and that all the relevant parties are involved in making decisions and plans for the betterment of Berbice cricket. Finally, I would like to say that I hope societal ills such as racism, politics, and prejudice, among others, should not be displayed at the administrative level as well as all other levels of Berbice cricket”. Mohabir continued, “I forgot to mention this, the BCB should also place emphasis on the development of female cricket in the county as part of a women empowerment scheme. And also it is my dream that the BCB work on establishing a school boy’s

then BCB, but it wasn’t heeded”. K A R L VA N I E R (TEACHER): “With respect to cricket in Berbice, I would say it has been up and down more or less; they have not been the usual dominance that we have displayed. I would

all stakeholders working together, and it’s good to see that all the sponsors giving full support to the present administration that was elected. That is excellent because we depend greatly on sponsors to ensure money is pumped into the game and therefore kudos to all the

Juniour Blair

Tameshwar Mohabir Javed Saywack Karl Vanier

team to send to Barbados to participate in the Garfield Sobers International Schools cricket tournament. A few years back, myself along with Andre Williams, the coach of the Multi Royals team, would have proposed this idea to some officials of the

say the performance have dropped and there has been less cricket played and too many administrative squabbles, too many personalities not really wanting the best for Berbice cricket but they have been focusing more on personal gain”. “I would like to see

sponsors that have come on board and placed their total confidence into the present administration. But I want to see all those who have cricket at heart, even those who loss out in the elections, to work together because I think you have many brilliant minds there, but they need to put their differences aside. In

addition, I would like to see greater emphasis to be placed on fitness, because fitness is quite important. I would like to see practice sessions being more structured. Very often I would have observed only the senior players are given the opportunity to bat for long periods and the other players are not allowed to do so. If a technical deficiency is seen in a particular player, that player should be given more time during the net session. If a player is weak against off spin and leg spin bowling, they should be able to face a lot of that bowling to overcome that weakness. If that is done, I believe that our players would perform better”. JAVED SAYWACK (REGIONAL SPORTS OFFICER, REGION 5): “With the way Berbice Cricket Board is heading, I believe cricket have a long way to go with this current administration, because the twenty-two competitions that they have planned for the year is the most cricket we have seen for a very long, long time. One of the things I would like to see more competition in is the intermediate section where more of our junior players would be expose. In the near future I would like to see younger players in First Division cricket (under 25 years). As it relates to the administration, I would like to see this current administration serve for more than one term. Because due to the fact in one year, less than six months we got 22 competitions; who knows what the rest of time holds for them. I believe they

have a long way to go”. JUNIOUR BLAIR: “OK ...... my opinion of the state of cricket in Berbice is that cricket and cricketers altogether suffered tremendously because of poor communication, lack of commitment ( on both the players and Berbice Cricket Board) and the poor level of sponsorship from private sector. However, I really applauded the work done so far by the Berbice Cricket Board under Mr. Foster leadership, but I must say that there must be careful planning and proper execution of functions by the executive body”. RYA N ALGU (TEACHER): “Over the last five years, cricket has been at a standstill with a number of tournaments started and not completed. I want to see school cricket played at every level, so as to get the youth excited about cricket again”. DEBRA SAYWACK (CLERK): “Am.... for the past few years, I think this present administration is the best thing that happen to Berbice Cricket. What I would like to see is more females from the West Berbice being included and a little bit more cooperation from the West Berbice Cricket Association to help the young generation more into the cricket. And I would like to see them in Administration for the next 5-6 years, because they have been doing good so far for the time they’re in and I know they can do more”.

GUYANA CHRONICLE Monday, May 14, 2018

Wiltshire, Cadogan star as Woodpecker junior ends

THE final day of the Woodpecker Products Junior National Squash Championships played out on Sunday at the Georgetown Club. After a long week of matches, excited athletes and well-wishers were ready to be part of the crowning of the Junior National Champions and to see if the favourites would reign, or if any under ranked contenders would come through for surprise wins. Once a prominent figure during these tournaments, Nyron Joseph has transitioned into a significant member of the organizing team; working tirelessly this week to support the smooth running of the championships. Along with Taylor Fernandes, they are two examples of seniors giving back to their fraternity since out-growing their junior status. Both were on hand to witness many of their own students giving their performances of the season. In the younger categories, the Fernandes sisters--Christiana and Paige--won their un-

der-11 and under-13 categories respectively. The under 15 girls was a highly competitive category and as always, the final game between Kirsten Gomes and Abosaide Cadagon was well attended. Spectators were treated to the anticipated battle which began with Cadogan stamping her mark early for an 11/5 win. Gomes fought back to win the second 11/8 but Cadogan showed consistent form to win the match 3-1. This secured her three category domination as she won the under 15, under 17 and under 19, then topped this off by taking home the Most Outstanding Girl title. The junior boys saw the unbeaten Louis DaSilva take the crown in the under 11 after beating Chad DeAbreu in straight sets. In the under 13 boys, dominant Michael Alphonso completed his clean sweep by beating Demetrius DeAbreu 3-0. Anthony Islam and Samuel Ince-Carvalhal fought a hard battle in their first game, going to 19/17 with Islam tak-

ing the crucial point, and again going to 12/10 in the second. Ince-Carvalhal didn’t seem to bring much of that fight to the third game as Islam took the match11/5. King of the hill, Shomari Wiltshire held off ambitious Daniel Islam in three straight games, earning him the well-deserved clean sweep of the under 15, under 17, under 19 titles and also Most Outstanding Boy title. Wiltshire continues to dominate Guyana’s Squash with his seemingly effortless expertise, outstanding form and undisputed excellence on court. Most Improved Boy award was taken away by Nicholas Verwey and Most Improved Girl was Madison Fernandes. Trophies were handed out by the mothers of the winners in celebration of Mother’s Day. The Guyana Squash Association would like to express its gratitude to Woodpecker Products for its unwavering support to Squash over many years and its annual sponsorship of the Junior National Championships. We would

also like to thank Banks DIH for its donation of Powerade to our athletes. To all our supporters and helpers, please accept our appreciation for being a part of a successful tournament. THE LIST OF WINNERS IS AS FOLLOWS:

► Under 17 Winner - Abosaide Cadogan 2nd place - Makeda Harding 3rd place - Kirsten Gomes

► Under 15 Winner - Shomari Wiltshire 2nd place - Samuel Ince-Carvalhal 3rd place - Gianni Carpenter ► Under 17 Winner - Shomari Wiltshire 2nd place - Daniel Islam 3rd place - Anthony Islam 4th place - Samuel Ince-Carvalhal

► Under 13 Winner - Paige Fernandes 2nd place - Beau Fernandes 3rd place - Christiana Fernandes

► Under 19 Winner - Abosaide Cadogan 2nd place - Makeda Harding 3rd place - Kirsten Gomes BOYS ► Under 11 Winner - Louis Dasilva 2nd place - Shiloh Asregado 3rd place - Chad Deabreu 4th place - Joshua Verwey

► Under 15 Winner - Abosaide Cadogan 2nd place - Kirsten Gomes 3rd place - Madison Fernandes 4th place - Aliyah Persaud

► Under 13 Winner - Michael Alphonso 2nd place - Demetrius Deabreu 3rd place - Ethan Jonas 4th place - Mohryan Baksh

» Most improved girl Madison Fernandes » Most improved boy Nicholas Bvwerwey » Most outstanding girl - Abosaide Cadogan » Most outstanding boy - Shomari wiltshire

GIRLS ► Under 11 Winner - Christiana Fernandes 2nd place - Safira Summer 3rd place - Malia Maikoo

► Under 19 Winner - Shomari Wiltshire 2nd place - Daniel Islam 3rd place - Anthony Islam 4th place - Samuel Ince-Carvalhal

Oviedo wins LGC Farewell for Colonel Lescano

MIGUEL OVIEDO was in top form as he won the farewell tournament in honor of Colonel Ariel Fernando Lescano, the Argentine Defence Attache to Guyana. Nineteen golfers participated in the Club Tournament. Those on the winners’ row were Mike Mangal – Best Gross; Brian Hackett – Nearest the Pin; and Fazil Haniff – Longest Drive. According to Fazil, he came back to the Course with force after he had been on a 3-month layoff due to other commitments. He explained that he had covered a distance of over 20 yards more than the nearest long drive competitor. Other winners were Best Net: 3rd - Nazeem ‘Papo’ Haniff 72/9; 2nd – Guillermo Escarraga 71/26; and 1st - Miguel Oviedo 69/28. Other top Net Scorers were: Mike Mangal 72/8 (tied with Papo Haniff); Patrick Prashad 73/9; Aleem Hussein 73/11; Brian Hackett 73/19; Brian Glasford 74/15; Satrohan ‘Robin’ Tiwari 76/14; Fazil

Haniff 76/16; Ariel Lescano 91/20; and Mario Acuna 96/28. After the tournament, the guests and invitees were entertained with farewell greetings from Colombians,

Brazilians, Guyanese and of course the Guyana Defence Force at a well-attended informal ceremony. Several members of the Diplomatic Corps, including those from the Ameri-

can, Argentinian, Brazilian and Chilean Embassies, along with representatives from several Consulates, were on hand to join Col Lescano in this celebration of the culmination of his

two-year stint in Guyana. Colonel Nazrul Hussain and several top officials of the Guyana Defence Force represented the GDF. Official excuses from some diplomatic agencies,

From left: Fazil Haniff, Mike Mangal, Guillermo Escarraga, Miguel Oviedo, Papo Haniff and Brian Hackett.

including the British and Indian High Commissions, and the CARICOM Secretary General, were received. Hailed by all who spoke of him as a lovely gentleman, a friend, a brother, a generous person and a man with a heart of love, the beloved Colonel was also visibly emotional as he related how he had enjoyed his stay and made life-long friends in Guyana. Mr Jorge Medina, head of Macorp Guyana, a close friend of Col Lescano, lavished praise on the departing club member who was like a brother to him, and recalled that their mutual passion for golf led to many weekly competitions that were keenly contested. Golf Club President, Aleem Hussain, indicated that Col Lescano had been the instrument of tremendous material support to the golf club and along with everyone present, wished the Colonel a safe return home and desired his return some time to the LGC where he would always be considered a welcome member.

GUYANA CHRONICLE Monday, May 14, 2018

United We Stand Independence Three-Stage Cycling…

Briton John cops third stage, Jamual John is overall winner

Team Coco’s Jamual John added yet another accolade under his belt by winning the United We Stand CC’s Independence Three-Stage Cycling Road Race. (Samuel Maughn photo)

By Michelangelo Jacobus UNITED We Stand Cycling Club’s Briton John saved his best performance for last at the third and final stage of the Independence Three-Stage Cycling Road Race yesterday. However, his effort was not enough to dislodge the overall top three cyclists as Jamual John claimed the overall title while Curtis “Chappy” Dey and Paul DeNobrega were second and third, in that order. Racing under overcast conditions and at times a steady drizzle, the outer cir-

cuit of the National Park was challenging, but Briton along with teammate Deeraj Garbarran, who finished second, won by some distance. Briton’s winning time was one hour, 50 minutes and 25 seconds. However, the youngsters’ efforts were in vain as Team Coco’s Jamual John retained the leader’s yellow jersey throughout the three stages to be crowned overall winner. Briton opened an early lead and set at least a mile between himself and the chasing pack. However, his teammate Garbarran

broke away from the group and caught up with Briton with five laps to go. After Garbarran and Briton crossed the finish line, there was a five-man sprint for third place. Jamual John showed exactly why he is widely regarded as the best sprinter in Guyana by taking third and maintaining his overall lead. The five-minute gap from stage one of the race ensured that John was under no real threat of losing his overall grasp on the title. Paul DeNobrega suffered an accident in the third stage during the penultimate lap and, as a result, he dropped from second overall to third, behind Dey. John’s overall winning time was six hours, eight minutes and 57 seconds, while Dey finished with a combined time of six hours, nine minutes flat. DeNobrega copped third place with a time of six hours, 10 minutes, four seconds.

Briton John won the final stage (Samuel Maughn photo)

Ajay Gopilall, Alanzo Ambrose and Paul Cho-WeeNam closed out the top six overall winners. Gopilall, with a total of six hours, 12 minutes and 19 seconds, was the top overall junior cyclist with Briton John finishing second while third went to Adealie Hodge.

In the Masters category, Cho-Wee-Nam took the top honours while Junior Niles and Clement Doris were second and third, respectively. Each of the category winners received trophies while the overall winner--Jamual John--received a second trophy, specially from Trophy Stall who was on board as a

sponsor. In addition, the top three cyclists in each category received medals (Gold, Silver, Bronze) while cash prizes to the tune of $400,000 was handed out. Major sponsors of the event included Sueria Manufacturing and Trophy Stall.

Haniff and Crawford honored by BCB on Mother’s Day

Berbice under 19-player, Steve Deonarine shares the moment with his mother, Glorie Crawford and Ms Angela Haniff.

By Collin Bynoe Jr. “A mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take”. As part of the Berbice Cricket Board 2018 Mother’s Day celebration, two outstanding mothers were presented simple tokens.

President of the BCB, Hilbert Foster, presents token to executive member, Angela Haniff

Glorie Crawford, the mother of Berbice under-19 player Steve Deonarine, was honored as the BCB Mother of the Year, 2018, at a simple ceremony last Saturday. Ms Crawford was recognized as being a role model parent to her son, Steve. She received a trophy, a framed certificate, medal and several other tokens.

Also receiving gifts was long-serving executive of BCB, Ms Angela Haniff. She was presented with a hamper by President of the BCB, Hilbert Foster. He described Ms Haniff as one of the main successes of the board. Both mothers shared similar sentiments in thanking the board for presenting them with gifts.

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Briton John cops third stage, Jamual John is overall winner

United We Stand Independence Three-Stage Cycling…

Briton John crosses the finish line ahead of United We Stand CC teammate Deeraj Garbarran to cop the third stage. (Samuel Maughn photo)

Oviedo wins LGC Farewell for Colonel Lescano

Williams, White cop titles at (GAPLF) Intermediate/Masters Championship

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From left: Fazil Haniff, Mike Mangal, Guillermo Escarraga, Miguel Oviedo, Papo Haniff and Brian Hackett.

L-R: The overall male and female winners of the Guyana Amateur Powerlifting Federation (GAPLF) Intermediate/Masters Championship; Bjorn Williams (Male) and Runita White (Female). In addition Runita White set a new national record for any female powerlifter (unequipped or equipped) by deadlifting 430lbs (195 Kgs). Full report in tomorrow’s edition.

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