In a passionate and reflective message posted on social media, attorney-at-law and People’s National Congress (PNC) member Darren Wade has issued a rallying cry for the party’s renewal, declaring his “unwavering commitment” to rebuilding, rebranding, and refashioning the political organisation.
“We are in critical need of a new direction,” Wade stated, as he called on party members to embrace reform grounded in unity, compassion, and fairness.
Referencing Christian teachings, Wade urged the PNC to adopt the spirit of forgiveness and reconciliation.
“I believe we must be prepared to act like the father of the prodigal son: with open hands and absolutely no judgment, we must welcome back our lost flock,” he wrote.
“It was Christ who gave the parable of the shepherd who left ninety-nine sheep to find the one that was lost and then celebrated its return. We must embody that spirit.”
Wade’s message appears to speak directly to ongoing internal divisions within the PNC, which has faced challenges with leadership transitions, member departures, and questions about the party’s current direction in the post-David Granger era.
In a vision for a more inclusive and principled PNC, Wade said he dreams of a party where “every member feels loved, valued, and genuinely appreciated,” and where advancement is based on commitment to the party’s ideals rather than loyalty to any individual leader.
“The PNC must be an institution where everyone is treated fairly, and where your advancement is based not on your loyalty to the current leadership, but on your commitment to building the party and Guyana,” he said.
Wade grounded his remarks in the legacy of PNC Founder Leader President Linden Forbes Sampson Burnham, reminding supporters that Burnham rejected personal loyalty in favour of loyalty to the party’s mission.
“Burnham foresaw a day like this, where individuals would demand loyalty to leadership for personal favours and rewards, causing the party to suffer.”
Concluding with a call to action, Wade invited all who have become disillusioned with the PNC—or who may have left—to return and help rebuild the party from within.
“I invite all rethinking members of the PNC, and all who dare to join us, to hold hands and work together to rebuild this great institution!!”
His comments add to growing public discourse about the future of the PNC, which remains a central player in Guyana’s Opposition politics.
