Celebrating under the theme ‘United and Strong: 60 Years On’ the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) launched its Diamond Jubilee Family Fun Day and Sports to commemorate the Party’s 60 years of existence.
During an impressive ceremony that was conducted at Congress Place, Sophia, Chairperson of the Jubilee celebration Junior Minister of Public Infrastructure Annette Ferguson officially launched the event in the presence of Committee member Bobby Vieira, co-ordinators Edison Jefford and Rawle Welch and representatives from the media.
Speaking at the occasion, Minister Ferguson gave an outline of some of the activities that has been organized for the grand celebrations which will be staged at the McKenzie Sports Club ground in the Mining Town of Linden on Sunday October 29.
Members of the Planning Committee from left; Edison Jefford, Junior Minister of Public Infrastructure Annette Ferguson and Bobby Vieira
She disclosed that competitors will participate in disciplines such as athletics, dominoes, futsal and basketball, while novelty events such as tug-o-war, lime & spoon races, quiz contest, buns eating, kids zone, bouncy castles and the feature 60 metres races for both male and female members of the executive committee of the Party.
“This Fun Day & Sports activity is not only for members of the Party, but is also an occasion for every Guyanese regardless of political affiliation, colour or creed and I call on all to come out and enjoy a fun-filled day in the Linden community,” she told the gathering.
Ferguson informed that over $2.5million in prize monies will be up for grabs in the respective competitions, adding that while the aim is for all to have a good time and be part of the celebrations, because it is going to be a one-day activity a decision was made to make the futsal and domino competitions invitational.
Vieira in his remarks echoed similar sentiments expressed by Minister Ferguson, adding that persons desirous of being part of the celebrations could use the occasion as an excursion and take family members to the community in a safe way.
He said the Planning Committee decided to offer a package, excursion style to patrons who wish to go, but did not want to drive, while those thinking of consuming alcohol could do so and not have to worry about their safe return.
Jefford, who represented the co-ordinating team, gave a brief synopsis of what the day’s activities would be like, while also offering insight as to why a couple of the selected disciplines had to be invitational.
He pointed to time constraints as the main reason for the invitational nature, indicating that to go in any other direction would place immense pressure on the organisers to complete the competitions in one day.
