Former parliamentarian Valerie Garrido-Lowe passes on

Former Minister within the Ministry of Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs under the APNU+AFC government, Valerie Garrido-Lowe, passed away this morning from a heart attack.

The Alliance for Change (AFC), in a statement, said Garrido-Lowe was not only a stalwart of the party from its earliest days but a fearless advocate for the people of Guyana.

“She served with distinction as Minister within the Ministry of Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs from 2015 to 2020, where she worked tirelessly to empower Amerindian communities and protect their rights and livelihoods. Her passionate voice, unwavering commitment, and sincere compassion earned her the respect and admiration of all who worked alongside her,” the AFC said.

The party extended condolences to her children, family members, friends, and all those whose lives she touched, noting that her passing is a profound loss not only to the party but the entire nation.