Member of Parliament Natasha Singh of the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party has issued a sharp warning about the state of governance in Guyana, declaring that the country is descending into what she described as a “dictatorship state” amid mounting tensions surrounding Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed.
In an op-ed, Singh Lewis argued that 2024 marked a turning point in the country’s political trajectory, linking the shift to the emergence of Mohamed as a serious political contender.
“In my estimation 2024 is when the tables turned drastically for Guyana and for Mr. Azruddin Mohamed because the PPP recognised that he will pose a real challenge for them politically,” she wrote.
The comments come against the backdrop of Guyana’s evolving political landscape following the 2025 General and Regional Elections, in which WIN secured 16 of the 29 opposition seats, positioning Mohamed as Leader of the Opposition and establishing the party as a major political force challenging the ruling People’s Progressive Party (PPP).
Singh pointed to what she described as growing public unease over the treatment of Mohamed, suggesting that many Guyanese see the developments as politically motivated.
“There has been widespread public discussion surrounding the treatment of Mr. Mohamed… many Guyanese have expressed concern about what they perceive to be political victimisation and the broader implications it carries for justice, fairness, and democracy in our country,” she stated.
While she did not detail specific incidents, her remarks appear to reference recent developments involving Mohamed that have drawn national attention, including heightened scrutiny by state institutions.
The WIN parliamentarian said her own interactions across the country reinforced the perception that Mohamed commands significant grassroots support.
“I have travelled this entire country with Mr. Mohamed and in some cases without him and so I know of the conversations people are having and the genuine love shown to him and our Party,” she wrote.
Singh Lewis also referenced events on May 5, 2026, which she said contributed to public concern, though she did not elaborate on the details.
Framing her remarks as both political and civic, she urged citizens not to be intimidated and called for vigilance in defending democratic principles.
“Guyana’s democracy must never be defined by fear, selective treatment, or the perception that justice can be influenced by political alignment as we have seen repeatedly in the case of the Guyana Police Force,” she wrote.
She went further, issuing a call to supporters: “I SAY IT IS UP TO US NOW AS CITIZENS OF THE COUNTRY TO PROTECT AZ WHEN HE COMES TO OUR COMMUNITIES because he will not stop exposing the PPP – that I know for sure.”
The statement underscores rising political tensions between WIN and the PPP administration led by President Irfaan Ali, particularly as Guyana navigates rapid economic change driven by its oil sector.
Singh Lewis framed the situation as part of a broader struggle over governance and institutional independence.
“WIN stands firmly on the belief that governance must serve people—not intimidate them. We advocate for institutions that are strong enough to act independently and just enough to treat every citizen equally, regardless of status or political association,” she wrote.
Her remarks also reflect wider concerns in parts of the society about the functioning of democratic institutions, including law enforcement and the judiciary, though the government has consistently rejected claims of political interference and maintains that the rule of law is upheld.
Singh Lewis called for unity rather than division, urging citizens to demand fairness and accountability.
“Let this moment not deepen division, but instead strengthen our collective demand for fairness, integrity, and national unity,” she said, adding: “Because in the end, justice must not only be done—it must be seen to be done.”
The op-ed adds to an intensifying national debate over governance, political competition, and the balance between state authority and individual rights, as Guyana enters a new phase of its political and economic development.
See op-ed below
In my estimation 2024 is when the tables turned drastically for Guyana and for Mr. Azruddin Mohamed because the PPP recognised that he will pose a real challenge for them Politically. There has been widespread public discussion surrounding the treatment of Mr. Mohamed across communities and in conversations, many Guyanese have expressed concern about what they perceive to be political victimisation and the broader implications it carries for justice, fairness, and democracy in our country.
I have travelled this entire country with Mr. Mohamed and in some cases without him and so I know of the conversations people are having and the genuine love shown to him and our Party.
As a Member of Parliament representing, We Invest in Nationhood (WIN), I wish to extend a message of comfort—not only to Mr. Mohamed and his family—but to all citizens who may feel unsettled by these developments especially what we all saw yesterday 5th May, 2026.
I have said during the 2025 campaign that we must not be fearful despite what the PPP does to our Leader or to us, Guyana’s democracy must never be defined by fear, selective treatment, or the perception that justice can be influenced by political alignment as we have seen repeatedly in the case of the Guyana Police Force.
Whether one agrees or disagrees with any political figure, the principles of due process, equality before the law, and respect for human dignity must remain constant and protected. I SAY IT IS UP TO US NOW AS CITIZENS OF THE COUNTRY TO PROTECT AZ WHEN HE COMES TO OUR COMMUNITIES because he will not stop exposing the PPP – that I know for sure.
In Guyana we are praying and hopeful that truth, fairness, and lawful process will prevail. Strength in times like these is not only personal—it becomes symbolic of a wider national struggle for justice and accountability. Guyana! We must be vigilant and be determined to work in unity to end oppression and injustice – our people deserve better.
WIN stands firmly on the belief that governance must serve people—not intimidate them. We advocate for institutions that are strong enough to act independently and just enough to treat every citizen equally, regardless of status or political association.
Let this moment not deepen division, but instead strengthen our collective demand for fairness, integrity, and national unity.
