41 GDF officers promoted

The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) on Sunday announced the promotion of 41 officers following approval by President and Commander-in-Chief, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali.

The promotions, in accordance with Part III, Section 16 of the Defence Act 15:01 of 1977, were confirmed by Chief of Defence Staff, Brigadier Omar Khan.

According to a GDF release, Commandant of the Guyana National Reserve, Substantive Lieutenant Colonel Lloyd Souvenir, heads the promotion list with his elevation to Substantive Colonel.

Acting Lieutenant Colonels Raymond Archer, John Mohanlall, and Jose Ferreira have also been confirmed in their rank.

Nine Substantive Majors have been promoted to Acting Lieutenant Colonel. They are Kevin Langevine, Crantson France, Jaime Castello, Marvin Simson, Kevaun Gray, Joslyn Assanah, Damon Joseph, Keith Watts, and Kirk Marlock.

Acting Major Kareem Graham was made substantive in his rank, while Substantive Captains Eon Cameron, Brentnol Bart, Michael Favourite, and Othniel Hope have advanced to Acting Major, joining the Corps of Senior Officers.

At the Coast Guard, Acting Commander Adrian McLean has been promoted to Substantive Commander.

Additionally, three Substantive Lieutenants—Clinton Venture, Kenrick Rodney, and Derrick Johnson—have been elevated to Acting Lieutenant Commander.

Nineteen Second Lieutenants have also been promoted to Substantive Lieutenant.

The GDF extended congratulations to all newly promoted officers, the release stated.