The GDF also explained that the vessel’s captain failed to produce required licences and certification for its voyage to Region One (Barima-Waini). In a subsequent statement, the GDF confirmed that Coast Guard ranks stationed at the Pomeroon Floating Base conducted routine inspections of vessels transiting the Pomeroon River. According to the GDF, the vessel’s captain was unable to produce the required licenses and certification. The Opposition Leader and his team have organised protests in various Region One communities – where President Dr Irfaan Ali and his Cabinet are conducting outreaches. People just ignored all that they had to say,” Jagdeo said in relation to the protests in Linden on Tuesday.