Religious groups urge calm amid alleged plot to overthrow Suriname government
February 9, 2024
Suriname President Chandrikapersad Santokhi.

By
Joanne Clark
Religious organizations in Suriname are urging citizens to remain calm amidst reports of a potential government overthrow.

Suspected motive linked to judicial ruling
This is believed to be tied to efforts to disrupt the implementation of a recent court ruling sentencing former President Desi Bouterse and others to lengthy prison terms.

According to reports, Inter-Religious Council in Suriname and the Christian Churches Committee say they have reliable information that certain groups want to unleash unrest in Suriname.

President Santokhi has reportedly told a Suriname-based online publication, that the information provided to him is being taken seriously.