By Twink Jones Gadama
President Lazarus Chakwera is set to face a grueling session in Parliament on Wednesday, February 26, as he prepares to answer questions from members of parliament.
The session is expected to be a tense and dramatic encounter, given the widespread criticism of Chakwera’s State of the Nation Address (SONA), which many have described as deceptive and disconnected from the harsh realities facing Malawians.
Chakwera’s SONA has been widely panned for its lack of concrete solutions to the country’s pressing problems, including the escalating cost of living, rising unemployment, and deteriorating healthcare services.
Many Malawians feel that the President’s speech was a masterclass in deception, designed to distract from his administration’s failures rather than address the real issues facing the nation.
As Chakwera prepares to face Parliament, there are indications that he may be getting cold feet.
Sources close to the President have revealed that he is hesitant to attend the session, fearing that he will be subjected to intense scrutiny and criticism from opposition lawmakers.
However, it remains to be seen whether Chakwera will summon the courage to face Parliament and answer the tough questions that Malawians deserve to have answered.
The President’s appearance in Parliament is a constitutional requirement, and it provides an opportunity for lawmakers to hold him accountable for his administration’s actions and policies.
However, given the tense atmosphere and the high stakes involved, it is unclear whether Chakwera will use the occasion to provide genuine answers and explanations or simply resort to more deception and obfuscation.
As the country waits with bated breath for Chakwera’s appearance in Parliament, one thing is clear: the President’s reputation and credibility are on the line.
Will he rise to the occasion and provide the leadership and accountability that Malawians deserve, or will he succumb to his fears and disappoint the nation once again?
