Jagdeo hails decision by former arson accused and Norton step-relative to join PPP

A jubilant Keith Ferrier after he was cleared of the arson charge on July 26, 2016

In what would be seen as a cheap political gimmick, PPP General Secretary Bharrat Jagdeo on Sunday hailed a former arson accused and step-relative of Opposition Leader, Aubrey Norton for joining the party.

Speaking at Babu Jaan, Corentyne at the remembrance for former presidents, Cheddi and Janet Jagan, Jagdeo levelled various accusations against Norton and after espying former arson accused Keith Ferrier lauded him.

“I’m so pleased to see you here, Mr. Ferrier, who is related to Norton too, but he is here, and he has seen the light in the People’s Progressive Party, and he may be able to tell you a few more stories”, Jagdeo said