Dear Editor,
After months of it being duly constituted, the Constitutional Reform Commission had its first meeting at which the deputy chair was elected (in absentia). But its work is stalled as no secretary, something like a CEO, who heads the secretariat, is in place. An administrative task, which, it would have been anticipated, would have been completed and in place before the Commission’s first meeting. Other commissions, when constituted would have a secretary named and in place. What makes this one different?
So just what was the Commission doing since it was constituted? In a state of dormancy, waiting on a meeting only to realize it cannot properly commence or proceed, as an integral component for its work is not in place? Pure nonsense!
Still with the CRC: Did the opposition put forward a nomination for the vice chair position? (The News Source report did not so indicate July 9). If it did not then the absence of support for the perceived lone nominee, would suggest the Commission is not off to a great start. It was also noted in the report a number of members were absent from the first meeting. Why was this? So it can be deemed the meeting was sub-par – no secretary/secretariat, elected vice chair absent, several members absent, work stalled as administrative matters to be resolved. Not the greatest start. Does this augur well?
Sincerely,
Shamshun Mohamed
