MV Barima Disaster and Political Fallout | Guyana News

Over 100 dead after the MV Barima ferry disaster, with 53 bodies recovered and 50 still missing—opposition leader Azruddin Mohamed is demanding Public Works Minister Juan Edghill’s resignation, accusing him of negligence and political interference. The passenger manifest was revised from 116 to 179 after security footage, and the vessel’s 87-year-old condition has sparked outrage. Edghill avoids direct response, while Prime Minister Mark Phillips calls the demands political noise. Other groups, including the Amerindian Peoples Association and APNU/Alliance for Change MPs, join the call for Edghill’s removal, citing systemic failures and possible corruption in the Transport and Harbours Department. Investigations continue into the deadliest maritime disaster in the nation’s history. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/747eb1c6c05a0ef2