‘List being prepared’ – Pres. Ali on drivers found with illegally obtained licences

President Dr Irfaan Ali has assured that the government is still intent on addressing the issue of illegally obtained drivers licences, noting that a list of potentially culpable persons is being prepared.

“Very soon a list will be published of persons who will be asked to come in to explain themselves,” the president told reporters today.

In December, the Guyanese leader had announced a six-week deadline for persons who illegally obtained their drivers licences to surrender.

His announcement came on the heels of a comprehensive post-audit conducted by the government in collaboration with the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA), the Ministry of Home Affairs, and the Ministry of Public Service, Government Efficiency and Implementation.

The audit, powered by integrated digital systems, exposed serious discrepancies in the driver’s licencing process, specifically, cases where individuals obtained practical certifications and licences without ever passing the mandatory theoretical examination.

“If 150 people pass the theory but 400 receive practical certificates, something is wrong,” the president had stated. “Technology has allowed us to trace every step and we have all the names.”

‘A lot of people will be sent home’ – Pres. Ali on drivers’ licences’ fraud