A five-man supreme court bench has commenced hearing into several changes made to the constitution by the government last year.
These are changes to the Grace period, number of sitting days, notice of motion and the number of MPs needed to move no confidence motions against the government. The case was brought forward by opposition leader, Belden Namah, and former Chief Ombudsman, Ila Geno. Both men argued this morning before the full bench that the changes were illegal and does not serve the purpose of democracy. The changes were made to sections 124, 141 and 145 of the constitution last February. Grace period moved from 18 to 30 months, the number of sitting days reduced from 60 to 40 days and a total 0ne-fifth numbers needed to move a notice of no confidence motion. Geno argued through his lawyer Nemo Yalo, among others, rule of law is fundamental that 6 months is sufficient and that the amendment were only to promote political agendas. Yalo further argued, the motion of no confidence is to keep the government in checks and balances and no government should be afraid of that. The hearing continues with the Prime Minister, National Executive Council and the State giving their reply submissions. Comments are closed.
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