In what is shaping up to be one of Guyana’s most disgraceful spectacles of deception, arrogance, and political manipulation, the United States-sanctioned father-son duo, Nazar and Azruddin Mohamed, now find themselves cornered by mounting legal battles, public ridicule, and political backlash. Once hailed in specific segments of society as “successful businessmen,” they are now exposed as masters of tax fraud and manipulation, culprits of a high-society con, not captains of industry.
Their current dishonour revolves around a fraudulent claim involving a Lamborghini SVJ Roadster, imported in 2020. According to the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA), Azruddin asserted the vehicle’s value was a ridiculous US$75,300, while the actual value was US$695,000, based on verified invoices and wire transfers. The outcome? A deliberate and shocking tax evasion of over GYD $383 million.
Let’s not mince words: this was not a clerical error, not an oversight, and certainly not a “misunderstanding.” This was a premeditated con, carried out by a man who believed his wealth and proximity to power could shield him from accountability. But Guyana is watching, and the velvet gloves are off this time.
The Arrogance of Azruddin Mohamed
Faced with damning evidence, most people would express remorse, seek legal counsel, and try to make amends. But not Azruddin. Instead, he did what only the most desperate and egotistical con artists do—he deflected, accused, and attempted to blackmail the Head of State, His Excellency Dr. Irfaan Ali.
Emerging from the courthouse after being granted bail, the U.S.-sanctioned Mohamed, whose credibility now lies in tatters, unleashed a series of wild, baseless accusations against President Dr. Irfaan Ali, alleging that Dr. Ali “blessed” his illegal actions. His exact words were as childish as they were threatening: “Any time he comes out and says that it is a lie, I will show the whole country how dishonorable he is.”
Well, Mr. Mohamed, the President did just that. So far, no evidence has surfaced because it simply does not exist.
Azruddin forgets that yelling a lie louder doesn’t make it the truth. His attempt to drag the President into his own legal troubles is not just ridiculous—it’s a display of political cowardice. A man backed into a corner by the truth now reaches for scandalous fiction to create a diversion.
But the Guyanese public is much smarter than Azruddin gives them credit for. They see through his stunt. They know the tactic: shift the blame, play the victim, weaponize the media, and slander the system. It’s all been done before, and it rarely works, especially when your own bank records, VIN numbers, and official invoices tell a different story.
A Legacy of Corruption: The Nazar Mohamed Factor
Azruddin’s disgrace is not an isolated incident; it highlights ongoing generational corruption. His father, Nazar Mohamed, has also faced sanctions from the United States due to accusations of operating a corrupt empire involved in money laundering, customs evasion, and transnational financial crimes.
This is not just about a sports car. It involves a criminal enterprise that has spanned decades and operates under the guise of charity drives and public displays of wealth. Nazar Mohamed’s operations have always carried an air of something foul, but now the stench is spilling into courtrooms and press conferences for all of Guyana—and the world—to witness.
It shows that the father and son are now united, not in business but in disgrace. The Mohameds built their empire on deception, hiding the value of imports, underreporting duties, and manipulating paperwork while driving luxury vehicles on which they never fully paid taxes. According to the GRA, they possess a fleet of under-declared luxury cars: two Toyota Land Cruisers, a Ferrari 488, and the infamous Lamborghini.
How many millions have these men stolen from the Guyanese treasury over the years? How many hospitals, schools, and roads could have been built with the taxes they evaded?
GRA Strikes Back—With Facts
The Guyana Revenue Authority, led by Commissioner-General Godfrey Statia, has acted swiftly and based on evidence. It is neither motivated by spite nor political bias; it is fulfilling its duty: protecting the state from financial predators like the Mohameds.
Wire transfers from GBTI show exact amounts paid that match the total price of the Lamborghini. The original invoice was obtained from the United States Department of Justice. These are facts—cold, hard, documented facts.
In response, the Mohameds sought legal protection. They obtained an injunction to prevent the GRA from seizing their fleet of high-end toys. However, let’s be clear: hiding behind court orders is not evidence of innocence but a delaying tactic. The case is heading for a showdown in the High Court, with the GRA demanding GYD 1.2 billion in back taxes from the Mohamed family.
Jagdeo and Ali: Calm Amid the Storm
Instead of getting caught up in this circus of lies, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo calmly invited Azruddin to present his “proof.” Ever the strategist, Jagdeo highlighted the weakness in Mohamed’s position: “It is either a fake invoice and someone helped you or is it the real invoice and you have nothing to hide.”
The logic is straightforward. If Azruddin submitted a fraudulent invoice to the GRA, he is guilty of fraud. If the invoice is legitimate, his entire defense collapses under the weight of his statements.
President Ali, for his part, labeled the accusations “ridiculous,” standing firm against Azruddin’s empty threats. Dr. Ali is defending his personal integrity and upholding the integrity of the entire revenue collection system—and rightly so.
Social Media and Public Opinion: The Court of Common Sense
While the courts weigh the evidence, the people of Guyana have already formed their opinions. Social media is ablaze with ridicule and anger directed at a man who believes his Lamborghini is more important than the laws of his country.
Azruddin’s brand is now associated with greed, deception, and arrogance. What was once presented as “success” is now viewed with skepticism. His attempts to run for political office are regarded as a joke, a circus act from a man who can’t even file an accurate customs declaration.
No amount of PR can erase this stain. His image is in ruins, his father is disgraced, their empire is crumbling, and their credibility is beyond repair.
Conclusion: The End of the Road?
The Mohameds are neither victims nor patriots, and they are not misunderstood entrepreneurs.
They are fraudsters—plain and simple. These individuals believed they were too rich, connected, and arrogant to be held accountable. But in 2025, the tide has turned. The state is watching. The media is watching. The people are watching. And most importantly, the law is watching.
There is no longer a VIP lane to evade justice in Guyana.
Let this be a warning to every corrupt business operator who thinks they can cheat the system and buy their way out: Your time is running out. And like the Mohameds, you may soon face the consequences—one fraudulent invoice at a time.
Nazar and Azruddin Mohamed have crossed the red line—not only in law but also in sheer audacity. Their false and baseless accusation against His Excellency, President Dr. Irfaan Ali, claiming he allowed the importation of their luxury vehicles, is nothing short of an insult to the intelligence of the Guyanese people.
The legal process in Guyana has already begun to expose and dismantle their decades-long web of fraud. The law will not yield to threats, lies, or theatrics. In addition to local prosecution, extradition requests from the United States loom on the horizon. The Mohamed empire of deceit is crumbling, and the next chapter will not focus on wealth or politics but rather on criminal trials, jail cells, and justice served.
President Irfaan Ali is a man of integrity and national respect. It is deplorable, desperate, and disgraceful that Nazar and Azruddin Mohamed, two U.S.-sanctioned money launderers, gold smugglers, and serial tax evaders, would drag the President’s name into their criminal circus. Their attempt to weaponize lies for sympathy in a last-ditch effort is not only laughable; it is legally disastrous. Both Mohameds will ultimately find themselves in jail sooner rather than later.