Richard Allen, government parliamentarian for Region One (Barima-Waini), says he will be seeking advice from the Attorney General regarding a recent statement by Regional Chairman Brentnol Ashley, who has voiced concern over his reported involvement in the issuance of birth certificates and distribution of pension books in the region.
When contacted for a comment on the claims contained in Ashley’s statement, Allen called the accusations “malicious,” before noting that he will be seeking guidance from the Attorney General on how to respond.
Ashley, in a statement issued on Saturday, registered his concerns about what he said was Allen’s interference in the affairs and functions of several state agencies and elected bodies in the region.
“As the regional chairman of the Regional Democratic Council (RDC) of Barima-Waini Region #1,