BNF to amend constitution
Tuesday, July 26, 2016
During its recent elective congress, party commissions that made presentations told delegates that the debates regarding the constitution needed time. One of the amendments to be debated is the inclusion of BNF UB mass in the BNF constitution and that its role be clarified. “It is true our party is planning to hold a constitutional congress this year and dates will be announced.
“The truth is that during elective congresses, time is usually limited and not all party issues are addressed. Again we need legal advisors to help us during that congress when we make amendments,” BNF spokesperson Justin Hunyepa said.
These legal professionals, who are entrusted with upholding the rule of law, face numerous challenges that compromise their ability to effectively carry out their duties.Elsewhere in this edition, we carry a story on the lamentations of the officers of court.The prosecutors have raised a number of concerns, calling for urgent attention from all relevant stakeholders, including the President, Minister of Justice and the Attorney General. Their...