GDF is apolitical – Chief of Staff tells ABC, EU diplomats

Georgetown: Recently appointed Chief-of-Staff of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF), Brigadier Godfrey Bess on Friday met senior envoys.

Chief of Staff Brigadier Godfrey Bess is seated second from right.

Chief-of-Staff, Brigadier Godfrey Bess emphasised to United States Ambassador, Ms. Sarah Ann Lynch, British High Commissioner, Mr. Greg Quinn, Canadian High Commissioner Ms. Lilian Chattergee and European Ambassador Mr. Fernando Ponz-Canto, that the GDF is fulfilling its mandate and will continue to abide by its role as stipulated by Guyana’s Constitution.

He reiterated the apolitical nature and posture of the Guyana Defence Force during their meeting at the Conference Room, Defence Headquarters, Base Camp Ayanganna.

For their part, Their Excellencies pledged continued military support for the GDF.

Senior officers present during the courtesy call included, Inspector General, Colonel Trevor Bowman, Quartermaster General, Colonel Sherwin Anderson, Adjutant General Colonel Raul Jerrick and Staff Officer One Special Duties Lieutenant Colonel Colin Henry.