The bill has sparked widespread controversy, with critics pointing to several troubling aspects that, they say, would weaken the opposition’s role in the country’s governance.
From seeking that the LoP be elected, Mityana South MP Lumu introduced provisions for the removal of the LoP through a resolution passed by opposition party members in Parliament.
Jonathan Odur, the MP for Erute South, challenged the committee’s Chairperson, Stephen Baka, over the decision to fast-track the Lumu bill, particularly given the pending constitutional amendments concerning the rationalization of agencies.
UPC president Jimmy Akena said the proposal undermines the constitution of political parties and urged Mr Lumu to focus on critical national issues rather than on the administration of Parliament.