As anticipated, negotiations between the Alliance for Change (AFC) and the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) have officially broken down. The AFC announced yesterday that it will move forward and contest the 2025 General Elections independently, ending months of dialogue aimed at creating a unified front.
The primary sticking point in the talks was the presidential candidate. Sources close to the negotiations confirmed that the PNCR remained firm in its decision to nominate its leader, Aubrey Norton, as the presidential candidate. In contrast, the AFC strongly opposed this proposal, asserting that Norton would not be an acceptable choice to lead a coalition ticket. With neither party willing to compromise, the discussions reached an impasse.
“Regrettably, despite the best efforts of our negotiation team, we have not been able to arrive at a mutually beneficial arrangement with the PNCR,” AFC Chairman David Patterson stated during a press conference yesterday. “We will now proceed with our campaign as the Alliance for Change, since time is of the essence.”
While the PNCR has acknowledged the AFC’s decision, it has not dismissed the possibility of forming alliances with other political parties ahead of the 2025 elections.
The collapse of talks marks a significant moment in Guyana’s political landscape, potentially reshaping the dynamics of the upcoming electoral race.
The recent announcement by the Alliance for Change (AFC) to contest the 2025 elections independently, after the collapse of coalition talks with the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR), has sparked widespread skepticism across the political spectrum.
Let’s be clear: the AFC does not have a credible voter base or a loyal grassroots support system in Guyana. Its political survival has mainly depended on partnerships, particularly with the PNCR. Despite having minimal traction among voters, the AFC’s current leadership seems to have one goal: to piggyback on the PNCR’s legacy and present itself as a party of national influence.
It has become increasingly apparent that PNCR leader Aubrey Norton recognizes that the AFC contributes almost nothing to the table. With estimates placing their support at fewer than 3,000 voters nationwide, the AFC has little chance of securing parliamentary seats on its own. Their hope was to cling to the PNCR’s coattails and ride into Parliament on borrowed support. However, that strategy has failed miserably.
Moreover, the betrayal by former AFC leaders like Khemraj Ramjattan and Moses Nagamootoo continues to haunt the party. They promised the sugar and rice belt—primarily Indo-Guyanese communities—that their interests would be protected. In return, they received votes. However, once in office, the AFC abandoned the communities that had trusted them. The result? a complete erosion of credibility.
It is becoming increasingly evident that the AFC and PNCR share a singular ambition: to ensure Guyana has an African President, even if it defies demographic and political realities. With Afro-Guyanese comprising only 29.3% of the population, the notion of securing national leadership without cross-ethnic support is purely fanciful.
Fringe actors like Glenn Lall and the Mohameds’ political theatrics deserve minimal serious attention. The Mohameds, reportedly sanctioned by U.S. authorities, strive to remain relevant by allegedly funding paid street mobilizations. Nevertheless, as legal pressure intensifies, they and their hired crowds will soon fade from the spotlight. The law in Guyana will ultimately catch up with the Mohameds.
Glenn Lall’s obsession with Bharrat Jagdeo is equally revealing. His repeated rants on oil and gas—an area he barely understands—suggest a more profound envy. It’s worth asking: how did someone who once sold pant lengths in Leguan and Wakenaam while hiding behind sunglasses manage to launch an entire media house? The people of Guyana deserve answers, and anyone in public must disclose their past and present to the public.
It has become increasingly clear that Nigel Hughes’s singular obsession is becoming the President of Guyana at any cost. His recent actions, veiled in political theaters, have now been uncovered for what they truly are: a calculated attempt to hijack the PNC party for his ambition.
Thankfully, PNC leader Aubrey Norton has recognized Hughes’ true intentions. Hughes has attempted to mislead the people and his party into believing he has nationwide support, but he has not provided objective evidence of a voter base. The truth is, Nigel Hughes has no significant support across the country. His perceived popularity is merely an illusion. He pretends to speak for the people, while the people themselves do not speak for him.
Meanwhile, the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) has concentrated on authentic leadership, delivering on its commitments, and transforming Guyana into a beacon of progress and prosperity in the Caribbean and Latin America. Under the PPP administration, the country has experienced unprecedented development across all sectors:
- Thousands of new homes have been built nationwide, providing dignity and shelter to families.
- Modern highways and bridges are reshaping the landscape, connecting regions like never before.
- Oil and gas development is powering a new era of prosperity.
- Every adult citizen received a $100,000 grant, a bold economic move that empowered families.
- New hospitals and upgraded healthcare systems have improved medical services nationwide.
- Free university education, beginning January 2025, will ensure every young Guyanese has a future.
- Old Age Pension increased from $36,000 to $41,000, bringing relief and dignity to senior citizens.
- $55,000 education grant for every child, reaffirming PPP’s commitment to the next generation.
The people of Guyana—Afro-Guyanese, Indo-Guyanese, Amerindians, Portuguese, Chinese, and all other communities—recognize these achievements. They know the truth. For five years, the PPP has brought about real change, improved the standard of living, and created doors of opportunity.
The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) remains the only party with a clear track record of delivering tangible results for the country. While political opportunists pursue fleeting fame, the PPP continues to work for long-term national growth. When the dust settles, these one-hit wonders will fade into irrelevance, while the PPP stands firm and ready to lead.
Guyana stands on the brink of even more significant transformation. The people are eager to grant the PPP a second term, ensuring that momentum continues and every citizen can benefit from the nation’s wealth and development.
The time for empty ambition and political manipulation is over. The time for building Guyana’s future—together—is now.