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Sep 05, 2008 Letters
Dear Editor,
Allow me to extend my congratulations to the disciplined forces for finally bringing to end the unimaginable cruel instincts of two of Guyana’s most dangerous men.
The struggle to capture ‘Fine Man’ was becoming more and more of a concern to every Guyanese, who knew not when their village or community would come under siege by marauding gunmen. So his demise, I am sure, greeted most of us with a sense of ease, though not with completeness.
For, many ask the question: was it just this one ‘Fine Man’ the sole mastermind behind the recent havoc created in the country, or are there other generals? And what about the lieutenants? Certainly, there was enough time between his reign and his death for a solid recruitment process to have taken place. Yes, there are many questions to be answered.
However, since we seem to be on the roll of capturing criminals, I believe that it is time Guyanese also know who were the criminals engaged in the act of torturing citizens, once the allegations are substantiated.
So, again, I call on the President and the Government to demonstrate that they are capable of adopting a non-partisan approach when it comes to crime and criminality in Guyana.
For too long, the report has remained in the bosom of the President and his Cabinet. I call on those responsible to respect the dignity and intellect of all Guyanese, and not play politics with our human rights.
Torture is illegal and outlawed in any civilized state. Those who committed, aided and abetted these acts are no less criminals than those who terrorize an entire community. We cannot play politics with crime and security matters of our country. To do this will only make our total security more fragile.
The torture report must not be pushed under the carpet, nor left to languish under the cushions of the Office of the President. Guyanese were promised that the report will be made public.
It’s time to deliver for us. And what about Edwin Niles, and the state of the investigation regarding his death while in custody of the Guyana Prison Service? Was there a conclusive position on the Lindo Creek Massacre, or will Fine Man’s death stifle further investigations?
The public needs to be updated on these matters. We will not forget!
Lurlene Nestor
THIS IDIOT TELLING GUYANA WE HAVE NO SAY IN THE 50% PROFIT SHARING AGREEMENT WE HAVE WITH EXXON.
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