MPOROKOSO PF member of parliament Brian Mundubile says the past three years have been difficult for opposition MPs due to the presiding officers who expect all the members to be praise singers. He adds that the National Assembly has also largely contributed to the problems that Zambia faces today because opposition MPs are not given enough opportunities to debate on issues like load shedding and the high cost of living. Speaking during a media briefing, Friday, Mundubile said whenever opposition members of parliament attempt to advise the government, presiding officers frustrate their efforts. “Ladies and gentlemen, you must understand that Parliament plays a key role, whether it’s in development, providing checks and balances, providing oversight, and many other functions that...
