Thursday the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party formally raised a series of concerns regarding the integrity of the electoral process, during a meeting with the visiting Commonwealth Pre-Election Assessment Mission (PEAM). WIN leaders outlined what they described as troubling developments that risk undermining public confidence in the credibility and fairness of the upcoming polls. The party urged the Commonwealth to consider these issues seriously and to support efforts that will ensure transparency, accountability, and a level playing field for all contesting parties.
WIN presented what it described as a “pattern of deliberate and systemic violations” of electoral fairness, and urged the Commonwealth to take swift action to ensure independent oversight and protect the democratic will of the Guyanese people.
The party outlined several key areas of concern:
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Politicisation of Law Enforcement: WIN accused the police of selectively enforcing laws by targeting its outreach activities while allowing governing People’s Progressive Party (PPP) events to proceed unchecked. This, the party said, has created an atmosphere of fear and blatant double standards in the enforcement of public order.
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Erosion of Trust in GECOM: The party expressed grave concern over what it sees as growing political interference in the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM). Citing past irregularities and recent administrative inconsistencies, WIN argued that public confidence in the body’s ability to deliver a credible election is rapidly deteriorating.
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State-Controlled Media and Resource Abuse: WIN charged that government-run media platforms are being weaponised to promote PPP propaganda while denying balanced coverage to opposition voices. It also pointed to widespread misuse of public funds and contracts as tools for political manipulation—accusing the administration of offering jobs and financial inducements in key communities to buy loyalty.
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Harassment and Political Surveillance: The party detailed instances of intimidation, surveillance, and threats against WIN supporters and candidates, describing these actions as part of a broader campaign to stifle dissent and discourage political participation.
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WIN delegation (left) meeting the Commonwealth Delegation. WIN Presidential Candidate Azruddin Mohamed in WIN t-shirt
WIN called on the Commonwealth delegation to take these issues seriously and to recommend strong safeguards against political interference, protocols for election-day transparency, and mechanisms to prevent tampering in both the voting and counting processes.
Despite what it described as a hostile political climate, WIN reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to democracy, transparency, and the right of every Guyanese citizen to vote freely and fairly,the party said in is statement. The party also expressed gratitude to the Commonwealth for its presence, stating that international scrutiny is vital to preserving electoral integrity in what could be a defining moment for Guyana’s democracy.
