The Institute for Action Against Discrimination (IFAAD) on Saturday called for the immediate resignation of Minister of Home Affairs Oneidge Walrond, blasting the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) government of presiding over a deteriorating public security environment marked by growing concerns over police accountability, transparency and the rule of law.

In a strongly worded statement issued today, the civil society organisation said Walrond should leave office “in the interest of accountability, public confidence, and the protection of citizens,” arguing that her stewardship of the Home Affairs Ministry has been characterised by failures in oversight rather than effective leadership.

IFAAD said it holds the “firm view” that the minister has demonstrated “sustained complacency in the execution of her constitutional and ministerial responsibilities, particularly with respect to public safety, transparency, and oversight of the security sector.”