Nigel Dharamlall
Nigel Dharamlall is a prominent Guyanese politician and member of the People's Progressive Party (PPP). Known for his controversial stances and outspoken nature, he has held various governmental positions, including Minister of Local Government and Regional Development. Dharamlall has been at the center of political debates, particularly regarding governance and accountability, and has faced scrutiny for his approach to political challenges within the changing landscape of Guyana's politics.
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Nigel Dharamlall is involved in a criminal investigation related to a rape allegation.
Access to info request filed in relation to probe of Dharamlall rape allegation
Guyana· 2026-02-21
Nigel Dharamlall has been appointed in a senior position at the Ministry of Public Service despite previous rape allegations.
Controversial former minister Dharamlall appears to hold Ministry of Public Service postGuyana· 2026-02-16
The government must be made to tell the people which democratic institutions are currently investigating the alleged misconduct of Nigel Dharamlall.
It is not the size of the budget but the evidence that it was able to reduce pressures under which Guyanese liveGuyana· 2026-02-03
Nigel Dharamlall has again appeared at official government engagements, following his resignation from Cabinet amid rape allegations in 2023.
Controversial former minister Dharamlall re-emerges at gov’t consultationsGuyana· 2026-01-25Mr. Nigel Dharamlall is referenced in the context of assessing allegations against various officials.
Central, unresolved question surrounding Minister Rodrigues’ acquisitions remains one of financial plausibilityGuyana· 2026-01-11
Nigel Dharamlall claimed that the construction company would rebuild the market at no additional cost.
$270M Parika Market project completed with no cost overrunGuyana· 2025-12-22
Officials like Nigel Dharamlall, accused of crimes like sexual assault, would step aside and stay out until cleared.
If I were President - Stabroek NewsGuyana· 2025-10-27
Nigel Dharamlall, Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, described the initiative as a major step toward improving access to education in the hinterland.
Karasabai Secondary still incomplete, WIN calls for answersGuyana· 2025-10-12The Local Government Minister who presided over the contract was Nigel Dharamlall who incidentally was able to voluntarily proceed on leave rather than be suspended after serious rape allegations were lodged against him.
The new Cabinet - Stabroek NewsGuyana· 2025-09-15
Mr. Nigel Dharamlall was included on the PPP's official candidate list despite serious allegations of rape and sexual misconduct.
PPP’s decision to include Dharamlall is deeply troublingGuyana· 2025-07-19
Nigel Dharamlall was forced to resign as a minister of local government and regional development under the Ali-led PPP Government following serious allegations of rape involving an Indigenous teenager.
Return of Dharamlall shows PPP disregardGuyana· 2025-07-16
Nigel Dharamlall has returned to frontline politics as a candidate on the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) list for the 2025 elections.
Dharamlall back on PPP/C candidate listGuyana· 2025-07-16
Former minister Nigel Dharamlall's resignation sparked controversy that President Ali addressed.
No honour to be foundGuyana· 2025-06-12
Nigel Dharamlall is mentioned as attempting to demonize the gentleman involved in the incident.
I reject all forms of violenceGuyana· 2025-03-28
Mr. Nigel Dharamlall resigned amidst serious allegations of rape and sodomy involving a minor.
President must answer on Dharamlall’s role with gov’tGuyana· 2025-03-19Nigel Dharamlall, a controversial former Minister, was present at a meeting convened by President Irfaan Ali.
Dharamlall at meeting convened by President with regional representativesGuyana· 2025-03-16
Nigel Dharamlall, despite his controversies, seemed to believe he was untouchable until the political winds shifted.
The PNCR at a crossroad might be symptomatic of members disaffectionGuyana· 2025-03-06
