{"id":11939,"date":"2023-07-21T16:56:05","date_gmt":"2023-07-21T16:56:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/?p=11939"},"modified":"2023-07-21T16:56:07","modified_gmt":"2023-07-21T16:56:07","slug":"ppp-c-pays-tribute-to-michael-forde-on-his-59th-death-anniversary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/ppp-c-pays-tribute-to-michael-forde-on-his-59th-death-anniversary\/","title":{"rendered":"PPP\/C Pays Tribute to Michael Forde on His 59th Death Anniversary"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"fb-root\"><\/div>\n\n<p>On the occasion of the 59th death anniversary of Michael Forde, the People&#8217;s Progressive Party\/ Civic (PPP\/C) took the opportunity to honour his memory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Zulfikar Mustapha, the Executive Secretary of the Party, highlighted Forde&#8217;s significant contributions to democracy and freedom, making him one of the &#8220;Fallen Heroes&#8221; of the party.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"198\" height=\"254\" src=\"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Agriculture-Minister-Zulfikar-Mustapha.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11712\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Agriculture-Minister-Zulfikar-Mustapha.jpg 198w, https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Agriculture-Minister-Zulfikar-Mustapha-122x157.jpg 122w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 198px) 100vw, 198px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>At the young age of 22, Michael Forde played a crucial role as an activist for the Progressive Youth Organization and was among the leaders of the historic Freedom Marches in February 1964.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"365\" src=\"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Michael-Forde.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Michael-Forde.png 375w, https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Michael-Forde-300x292.png 300w, https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Michael-Forde-155x151.png 155w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">PPP &#8220;Fallen Hero&#8221;, Michael Forde<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Tragically, on July 17, 1964, Forde lost his life due to an explosive package that was brought to Freedom House by an individual disguised as a book purchaser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Forde&#8217;s keen observation and suspicion of the small carton left behind by the individual led him to take heroic action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He attempted to throw the package outside of the building to protect others, including Former President Janet Jagan, who was present inside at the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His bravery ultimately saved their lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Zulfikar Mustapha emphasized that this annual observance serves as a solemn reminder of Michael Forde&#8217;s sacrifice and unwavering dedication to the party&#8217;s values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Michael Forde&#8217;s name remains among the cherished stalwarts of the People&#8217;s Progressive Party, and his legacy continues to inspire and guide the party&#8217;s efforts in promoting democracy and securing freedom for the people of Guyana.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On the occasion of the 59th death anniversary of Michael Forde, the People&#8217;s Progressive Party\/ Civic (PPP\/C) took the opportunity to honour his memory. 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