Terrence Campbell Calls for Audit of GOAL Programme Following University Listing Error

Terrence Campbell urges an audit of the GOAL programme after a UK university was incorrectly listed as a provider. He has expressed dissatisfaction with how the initiative is being managed, alleging misuse of oil revenues designated for scholarships for Guyanese students.

In light of recent reports indicating that a UK university was mistakenly listed as a provider of educational programs, businessman Terrence Campbell has reiterated his call for an immediate audit of the Government’s Guyana Online Access to Learning (GOAL) programme, emphasizing the need to review the associated institutions. Campbell expressed his concerns during a conversation with Stabroek News.

On March 5th, Campbell voiced his frustration on social media regarding the management of the GOAL initiative, which is slated to receive over $4 billion for the fiscal year 2025. He criticized the programme, which aims to offer scholarships for Guyanese students to study overseas, for what he perceives to be a misappropriation of national oil revenues. Campbell serves as an opposition representative on a committee related to the Natural Resource Fund.

In conclusion, Terrence Campbell’s concerns regarding the GOAL programme’s management highlight the necessity for transparency and accountability, especially in light of recent errors related to program providers. His request for an audit reflects the broader call for oversight in the utilization of Guyana’s oil revenues aimed at funding educational opportunities abroad.

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