By Tracy Ramalho
Attorney General Anil Nandlall has voiced his disappointment regarding the sluggish progress of the 2020 election fraud case currently under court review.
The case, involving allegations of election fraud during the 2020 General and Regional Elections, was referred to the High Court by Magistrate Leron Daly to address constitutional matters raised by the defense.
Despite expectations for the constitutional motion to be heard in the High Court on Tuesday, Nandlall revealed that the Magistrate has yet to forward the defense counsel’s queries to the court.
Instead, both sides were notified via email that the matter has been rescheduled for a later date in May.
During his weekly program ‘Issues in the News,’ Attorney General Nandlall expressed his frustration at the delay, describing it as “unduly delayed” and highlighting the repeated opportunities for postponement taken advantage of in the case.
Nandlall emphasized the significance of the 2020 election fraud trial, stating its importance to the nation.
While expressing dissatisfaction with the slow pace, he reiterated the government’s commitment to non-interference with the judiciary.
Regarding the judiciary’s handling of the case, Nandlall stressed the importance of respectful criticism, refraining from attributing any ulterior or sinister motives to the magistrate or judge involved.
Among those implicated in the election fraud allegations are former Health Minister Volda Lawrence, former GECOM Returning Officer Clairmont Mingo, former GECOM Deputy Chief Election Officer Roxanne Myers, APNU+AFC’s Chief Scrutineer Carol Smith Joseph, former GECOM Chief Elections Officer Keith Lowenfield, and other GECOM staff members.
The delay in the proceedings has sparked concerns among the public, with many eagerly awaiting the resolution of the case and justice to be served.