Proposed amendments will make executive branch unaccountable
By TOBIAS KULUNG MP We the Opposition, call on all fellow parliamentarians, to stand up and defend the National Constitution from being manipulated and flogged for short term political gains of the Prime Minister and his Government and not allow themselves to be misguided by self-interest. The further amendments proposed to section 145 of the Constitution in addition to the 30 months amendment, with respect to votes of no confidence and amendment to section 124 which deals with, the callings of Parliament, is nothing more than a selfish and heartless scheme designed to secure them-selves a full five year term in office, by removing or weakening key safeguards of our democracy. This is not only dictatorial but a dangerous abuse and violation of our National Constitution. All Members have taken an oath to uphold and protect the Constitution and we call on intellectual MPs and Former Prime Ministers to lead the way in defending the spirit and intentions of the Constitution. Th