Guyana’s governing People’s Progressive Party (PPP) is enjoying its strongest-ever public support ahead of the September 1 elections, Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh said on Sunday as he addressed what he called the largest crowd ever to gather at the party’s Albion rally ground in the sugar belt of Berbice.
“We are seeing the biggest crowd that has ever gathered at Albion,” Singh declared.
“Wherever we have gone in preparation for the 1st of September, we have seen the biggest crowd ever gathered at a rally. That sends a powerful message that the PPP is at its strongest ever.”
Singh praised the leadership of President Irfaan Ali and the PPP’s record in government, contrasting it sharply with the former APNU+AFC coalition, which he blamed for widespread economic hardship and the closure of key sugar estates.
Berbicians at the PPP/C’s Albion, Berbice rally (Photo: July 20, 2025)
“You know how it felt to live under APNU+AFC – when that coalition closed the estates and the economy dried up,” Singh said to loud applause.
“You have seen President Ali assume office, you have seen his vision, you have thousands back at work, and development throughout the region.”
He credited the PPP’s return to office with sweeping improvements across sectors and communities.
“Every single sector, in every community, has been transformed,” he said, citing infrastructure upgrades, job creation, and social welfare initiatives.
Singh also claimed that the turnout and enthusiasm at rallies demonstrated not only support for the party’s policies but also “a clear and louder message – your appreciation and your love for the People’s Progressive Party.”
With the national and regional elections just six weeks away, Singh called on supporters to deliver a resounding mandate.
Berbicians at the PPP/C’s Albion, Berbice rally (Photo: July 20, 2025)
“You know on the 1st of September, we must completely wipe the opposition out,” he said.
The PPP is seeking a renewed term amid an economic boom in the country which has seen double-digit growth in recent years.
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