President Dr. Irfaan Ali announced that he has accepted Justice Yonette Cummings-Edwards' request to proceed on pre-retirement leave, followed by early retirement.
The President made the announcement in a video message to the nation, stating that Justice Cummings-Edwards' leave will take effect from Monday, October 27.
"After due consideration, I acceded to this request,"
President Ali expressed gratitude to the outgoing Chancellor for her years of dedicated service to the judiciary and to the people of Guyana.
"I express my personal appreciation for her many years of public service, and I wish her God's blessings and that of the people of Guyana,"The President's decision will see Justices George-Wiltshire and Singh maintaining their acting positions.
Author's summary: Justice Cummings Edwards retires early.