Dr. Aiyna Ali - Member of Parliament for Princes Town

⚠️𝗕𝗘𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗙𝗔𝗞𝗘 𝗔𝗜-𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗩𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗢⚠️
A fake video is currently circulating on social media platforms falsely depicting 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗴𝗼, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗿𝘀. 𝗞𝗮𝗺𝗹𝗮 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗱 𝗕𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗿 promoting an investment opportunity. The video is artificial intelligence (AI)-generated and completely false.
Members of the public are urged to not click on suspicious links, share personal or financial information with unverified individuals / entities or send money to these unverified sources. When you suspect that an investment opportunity is fake or “too good to be true”, always verify with the Trinidad and Tobago Securities and Exchange Commission (“TTSEC”).
For further information or to report a scam, please contact the TTSEC using any one of the following options:
• Email: [email protected]
• Complaint Form: https://www.ttsec.org.tt/complaint-form/
• Hotline: 1-868-223-2991 (Option 4)

📍🚜 Site Visit to Pascal Road, Piparo

Pascal Road was originally developed as an agricultural access road serving local farmers. Over the years, the area has grown significantly, becoming home to a thriving residential and business community. Today, it is a heavily traversed roadway used daily by residents, workers, farmers, and motorists.

The previous PNM administration neglected this area for numbers years but this UNC Government is committed to delivering the infrastructure our communities deserve.

The Ministry of Agriculture & Fisheries Engineering Department joined MP Dr. Aiyna Ali and Chairman of the Princes Town Regional Corporation, Councillor Gowrie Roopnarine, for a site visit and assessment of Pascal Road.

✅ Your Government Working For You!

📍🚜 Site Visit to Maurice Gobin Trace

The Ministry of Agriculture & Fisheries Engineering Department joined MP Dr. Aiyna Ali and Councillor Vincent Raghoo for a site visit and assessment of Maurice Gobin Trace, an agricultural access road within the Princes Town Constituency.

Working together to support our farmers, improve agricultural infrastructure, and strengthen food security for our communities.

✅ Your Government Working For You!

🏠 Landlords, take note!
The deadline for Landlord Business Surcharge registration has been extended to June 30, 2026.

Before calculating your quarterly LBS due, ensure you are using the official guidance provided by the Board of Inland Revenue (BIR). There is currently no authorized online LBS calculator.

To learn more, visit the IRD's website at www.ird.gov.tt

“Hate speech is the first step down the path of dehumanization, a path that leads all too frequently to violence, conflict, and atrocity crimes.”

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called on people everywhere to reject prejudice in all its forms, and build a world based on human rights, dignity and respect.

Thursday is the International Day for Countering Hate Speech.

GML DEFLECTION

Guardian media and those associated with it are a laughing stock. Instead of responding to the allegations of their disgusting behavior from their own journalists and media association they hilariously attempted to deflect attention from providing a proper response.

GML is a weapon used to smear and destroy individuals, businesses and organizations that compete economically with associates and special interests.

They provoke racial tensions, use religious bigotry, allegations from anonymous sources, smears and innuendos as their tools of trade. It is a shameless organization, motivated by the sick insatiable greed of those who economically exploit the country behind the scenes.

Can someone please forward this letter from MATT to GML because it seems that they missed it.

June 17, 2026
MATT Calls on Guardian Media Limited to Address Serious Allegations of Ethical Compromise Following Resignation of Senior Investigative Journalist

The Media Association of Trinidad and Tobago (MATT) notes with deep concern the recent resignation of senior investigative journalist Joshua Seemungal from Guardian Media Limited (GML), and the alarming allegations of ethical failings and compromised editorial independence he has cited as his reasons for leaving.

MATT urgently calls on the leadership of GML to publicly clarify these issues, address the perceived conflicts of interest, and reassure the public that its newsroom remains free from political interference and dedicated to the highest standards of journalistic ethics.

At a time when journalism is under unprecedented threat with the closure of traditional media entities and the unchecked proliferation of misinformation on social media—the fundamental pillars of our profession must be vigorously defended.

Integrity, independence, and accuracy must be maintained at all possible times in newsrooms. The public relies on the Fourth Estate to hold powerful institutions and individuals accountable, regardless of political affiliation or influence. Therefore, the product of journalism must always remain beyond suspicion.

Mr. Seemungal’s public statements raise grave concerns about the internal editorial standards at GML. He said he resigned to protect his ethical integrity, peace of mind, and moral compass after observing situations that severely compromised the investigative desk's ability to serve the public interest.

Among the deeply troubling allegations is the claim that a senior editorial employee engaged in political work prior to the 2025 General Election. This reportedly included attending a high-profile political event, contributing to campaign material for a major political party, and attempting to recruit Mr. Seemungal for political research and writing. Most alarmingly, despite these alleged political activities, this senior individual was reportedly permitted by newsroom leadership to return to editorial duties following the election.

Furthermore, Mr. Seemungal highlighted the unexplained suppression of several investigative stories that he believed met appropriate editorial and legal standards an assessment he states was corroborated by experienced external editors. After utilising internal channels to express his concerns regarding these ethical breaches, he observed a sudden decline in his performance appraisal scores, leading to fears of professional retaliation.

Investigative journalism requires substantial professional effort, personal sacrifice, and risk. When a respected journalist feels that raising legitimate ethical concerns carries professional consequences, it creates a chilling effect that ultimately deprives the public of vital information.
MATT notes with concern the current silence from GML's management in the public domain regarding these reports. A lack of transparency in the face of such serious accusations is detrimental not only to the reputation of Guardian Media Limited but to the wider media fraternity in Trinidad and Tobago.

MATT Executive:

President: Prior Beharry

Vice President: Kejan Haynes

Secretary: Phillip Matheson

Assistant Secretary: Shavani Lal

Treasurer: Vindhar Suraj

Floor Members: Jermaine Cruickshank and Yvonne Webb