Ali commits to being a President forall during historical inauguration

Despite the scorching sun, which was regrettably followed by heavy downpour of rain, along with social COVID-19 restrictions, hundreds still managed to assemble at the National Cultural Centre (NCC), Saturday, for the historical inauguration of Guyana’s ninth executive president, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali. Attendees included ministers and officials from the recently sworn in People’s Progressive Party/ Civic (PPP/C) administration, members from the Diplomatic Corps, the regional and international community, Guyana’s Joint Services, supporters and members of the media. With preparations beginning for the ceremony since Thursday last, every item on the agenda was executed without incidents, with almost perfect performances.

The highly-anticipated day began with members of the Guyana Police Force (GPF) seen marching and mounted on horses at the NCC. Along with the GPF were the members of the Joint Services. When President Ali and Prime Minister Mark Phillips arrived at the venue, they were accorded a 21-gun salute—a customary practice performed by the firing of cannons or artillery as a military honour for heads of states. Although the ceremony did not have a packed itinerary, the events on the agenda were exquisitely performed. Some of the performances included cultural dances, telling stories of Guyana’s rich and diverse culture, an idyllic recital of a poem by a Queen’s College student, Nikhil Sankar.

The cream at the top was a powerful and inspirational performance by Jackie Jaxx and Jeremy Sobers in the hit song, Guyana. There were tears and she became a social sensation. President Ali addresses the nation Without hesitation, during his presentation President Ali first sought to thank all of those who cemented their efforts in fighting for democracy in Guyana—in what were protracted elections and threats to the rule of law.

He shared his appreciation and unwavering support to the member states of the Caribbean Community (Caricom), the Carter Centre, the Organization of the American States (OAS), the Commonwealth Group of Nations and the international community for fearlessly defending the nation over the last five months.

(Kaieteur News)