By Mark DaCosta- Opposition Member of Parliament (MP) Sherod Duncan of A Partnership for National Unity has called for multiple independent investigations into delays and alleged irregularities surrounding the construction of the Hosororo Secondary School, following claims by contractor Jackson Nevins of financial impropriety and intimidation in the procurement process.
In a statement, Duncan said the allegations must be “treated with the seriousness they warrant,” and called for urgent action to protect public funds and ensure accountability.
The Hosororo Secondary School project, located in Region One, was originally scheduled to be completed within eight months at an estimated cost of G$2.6 billion, but has now been delayed for more than two years.
Duncan said he first raised concerns after inspecting the site in January 2026 and observing that critical components of the project, including student dormitories and teachers’ accommodations, remain unfinished.
“This level of delay and uncertainty cannot be normalised,” Duncan said, pointing to the impact on students and the wider Hosororo community.
He said the prolonged delays and the allegations raised by Nevins point to possible failures in project management and oversight and must be independently examined.
As part of what he described as a three-pronged approach, Duncan called on the Office of the Auditor General of Guyana to initiate a forensic audit of the project.
He said the audit should examine procurement processes, contract awards, payments and compliance with established standards, stressing that independent oversight is necessary to safeguard public funds and ensure they are used for their intended purpose.
Duncan also urged procurement oversight bodies to review whether the tendering and award processes complied with established rules and whether public funds were properly protected.
He said the issue goes beyond one project and raises broader questions about how public education infrastructure is managed nationally, adding that procurement systems must be insulated from improper influence.
The third element of Duncan’s call is for law enforcement agencies to examine any possible criminal implications arising from the allegations.
He said claims involving solicitation, intimidation or abuse of office must be fully investigated and supported by evidence, including the taking of statements.
“Credible allegations, especially those asserting evidence, cannot be met with silence,” Duncan said.
He warned that failure to act decisively could foster a culture of impunity, particularly where senior officials or influential actors may be involved.
Duncan has also called on the Ministry of Education (Guyana) to issue a comprehensive public status report on the Hosororo Secondary School project.
He said the report should include contract sums, payment histories, explanations for delays and updated timelines for completion, in order to rebuild public confidence in the management of the project.
According to Duncan, the lack of clear and timely information has contributed to growing public distrust in the oversight of major capital works.
He stressed that the matter should not be viewed as a political dispute, but as an issue of good governance and public accountability.
Duncan said the sanctity of public funds must be upheld and that the project must ultimately be completed “to the required standard.”
He added that billions of dollars in public money are at stake and that citizens are entitled to assurance that the funds allocated for educational development are being properly managed.
The Hosororo Secondary School project, he said, has now become a symbol of wider concerns over infrastructure delivery and public-sector accountability.
As the allegations and delays continue to draw public attention, Duncan maintained that robust oversight and independent investigations are essential to protect public resources and restore confidence in state-funded projects, particularly in the education sector.
