The State Of The Nation Address: A Response by Leader Of Opposition

Madam Speaker

1. I rise, as both the Constitution of this great country and the Standing Orders of this House impel me, to respond to the State of the Nation Address delivered here two days ago by the President of the country. I note that the President, in addition to the already numerous names and titles by which he goes, has conspired to add an Honorary Doctorate to the list. I also note with, disappointment, that the President is conspicuous by his absence from these proceedings.