Guyana bids final farewell to Robert Corbin

(Kaieteur News) – Scores of citizens converged at the grounds of Congress Place, Sophia Georgetown as early as 8:00 am on Thursday to pay their final respects to former Leader of the Opposition, the late Robert Corbin, CCH.

Corbin, an attorney who served as deputy prime minister and also leader of the PNCR passed away on Sunday October 4, 2026 after a period of illness. He was cremated on Thursday afternoon at Kaashi Dhaam, Ruimzeight West Coast Demerara after a funeral procession which started at Congress Place, moved to the lawns of Parliament Building and then to the St. Andrew’s Kirk Presbyterian Church, Brickdam and Avenue of the Republic, Georgetown.

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The funeral ceremony held at St. Andrew’s Kirk Church attracted party supporters, members of government, diplomats, members of the legal profession and other dignitaries who joined his close family members and loved ones in offering glowing tributes to the late politician.