Ketagoda's absence delays SF’s presence in parliament

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Though Democratic Party leader Sarath Fonseka was to be sworn in as a Member of Parliament today, he couldn't do so as MP Jayantha Ketagoda was yet to resign.

Elections Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya had sought the instructions of the Attorney General on the matter and the AG had informed that Mr. Fonseka could be appointed as a member of parliament as his civic rights were restored and cleared of allegations.

However, they informed the Commissioner that MP Ketagoda has to resign if Mr. Fonseka is to be sworn in.

Mr. Deshapriya had therefore informed MP Ketagoda in a letter that the latter should resign to make way for Mr. Fonseka in parliament. (SD)

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Comments - 37

siva Saturday, 07 February 2015 05:46 PM

The General can just stay put and contest an election and go in as a Elected Representative which will be more prestigeous. Will any MP help by resigning . The one who promised to do so has forgotten what he has said and the process seems stalled.

Bubble Banda Saturday, 07 February 2015 09:58 AM

Ketagoda you must resign as early as possible and go and wash the clothes of MR.

Desmond Jeromme Saturday, 07 February 2015 10:00 AM

Mr.Ketagoda , Major General SF knows how to deal with you, if you delay in tendering your resignation. Please get lost man.

lal.dezoysa@hotmail.com Saturday, 07 February 2015 10:13 AM

How about that $ 70 million received from america

AJJAA Saturday, 07 February 2015 10:37 AM

Good Question ah ha.....

kamal Saturday, 07 February 2015 10:37 AM

I think Mr. Ketagoda must resign as soon as possible and make General Sarath Fonseka to seated in Parliament. It is very much ethical. Mr. Ketagoda you better think about this soon.

Esala. Saturday, 07 February 2015 11:19 AM

Where is son in law now. He can big tender from this govt: to supply goods to Army again.

ashok Saturday, 07 February 2015 12:47 PM

Sorry i did not say that i will resign from my Parliament Seat to make way for General ... did i? Cannot Remember! did i say this before or after the Elections....

Dr M.L.Najimudeen Saturday, 07 February 2015 01:44 PM

War winning army commander Field Marshall Sarath Fonseka deserves a seat in parliament

mailman Saturday, 07 February 2015 03:02 PM

Ketagoda made a high speech about giving up his seat for SF but when its time to live upto the promise no show. These are typical Sri Lankan politiceans. via DM Android App

Vijith Pieterz Saturday, 07 February 2015 09:53 AM

He had got more than 30-40 Million Luxury Car a palace in Colombo.

Waco Saturday, 07 February 2015 06:03 PM

Mr.Ketagoda please tender n your resignation by Monday the 9thFeb:2014 without fail. Otherwise you are making the biggest mistake in your life . Do not regret later.

Waco Saturday, 07 February 2015 06:32 PM

Mr.Ketagoda you will be on " KOTAUDA " soon.

jayasingha Saturday, 07 February 2015 07:16 PM

Lets rename you as Kethagoda

Ranjith Saturday, 07 February 2015 07:46 PM

Ketagoda got instructions as reliably learnt not to resign from the big wigs of the present government, as General is asking for a big position in the Govt.

Perumal Saturday, 07 February 2015 09:08 PM

Kathagoda cannot resign. Kathagoda (excreta) has to be flushed out.

Waco Saturday, 07 February 2015 11:34 PM

I think Ketagoda, with MR, tried to mislead General Sarath Fonseka, before the elections. Ketagoda is not a genuine person.

skw Sunday, 08 February 2015 07:23 AM

This is my little knowledge of Law. Once an MP resigns the next candidate in manapa list shall be appointed as MP in place of the vacant seat. There is no provision to replace the previous MP to replace the latter, like Upul Jayasooria;s re-positing of Shirani Bandaranake;s usurpation.

T Wickramaratna Sunday, 08 February 2015 10:10 AM

Ketagoda, Just the time for you to show your honesty

Voter Saturday, 07 February 2015 07:58 AM

Is Ketagoda playing HANGI MUTTAN via DM Android App

lanka putha Saturday, 07 February 2015 12:14 AM

Sir wait for your turn do not trust any one , He will ask you a favour you can not refuse or black mail you

Nims Saturday, 07 February 2015 04:02 AM

Katagoda - what an ungrateful B.

Mevan Saturday, 07 February 2015 04:20 AM

Has Ketagoda taken instructions from "dealers" of former regime?

T.A.KUMAR Saturday, 07 February 2015 05:40 AM

Kettagoda absconding only he talks no action.

mnsmart Saturday, 07 February 2015 05:50 AM

Mr.Ketagoda, pl give him what he owns.

Cobra Saturday, 07 February 2015 06:49 AM

Come on Ketagoda hurry up the General is the better man!!!

Waco Saturday, 07 February 2015 07:39 AM

Mr.Ketagoda please do it soon. We need General Fonseka in the parliment immediately.

Waco Saturday, 07 February 2015 07:49 AM

Mr. Deshapriya ,please expedite the matter, we need him in the Parliment ment immediately.Why this was not arranged well ahead of time?

fayaz Friday, 06 February 2015 10:52 PM

dear Mr. katakana u supposedly joined MR to win back the general his rites. now hon president maitre has granted him all his rites. so please sir kindly give your parliament seat to the general as u have promised to do so via DM Android App

Waco Saturday, 07 February 2015 08:05 AM

I thought Mr.Ketagoda has already resigned to give way to General Sarath Fonseka.

Nihal Amarasekera Saturday, 07 February 2015 08:06 AM

Demand time for Ketagoda, like never before.

Waco Saturday, 07 February 2015 08:08 AM

Mr.President, using your executive powers could you please appoint General Fonseka from the National List.

Thomas Ranger Saturday, 07 February 2015 08:36 AM

How much did Ketagoda get from MR and how much is he asking for this.?

amaray59 Saturday, 07 February 2015 08:58 AM

MP ; Katagoda: This is the most appropriate time to make room for the General, Fonseka to go to the parliament to fight for the poor. Therefore please hand over this golden opportunity. I am sure that you will not regret.He sacrificed a lot for the country and for our people. Thank you.

Horri Jimonis Saturday, 07 February 2015 09:48 AM

Hay Ketagoda, now you are a thrown out garbage, tender your resignation and get lost.

Kiris Baba Amaray Saturday, 07 February 2015 09:50 AM

Get out man.paving the way to our Great Hero.

Desmond Jeromme Saturday, 07 February 2015 09:52 AM

According to the reliable sources, he had got 35 Million.

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