Stop regionalism in Parliament

IT is the prerogative of a prime minister to reshuffle and appoint his Cabinet ministers.
It is beyond the control of anyone on how he judges and selects his Cabinet members.
We hope the recent changes to some key ministerial portfolios will not create differences amongst our leaders. Yes, we are human beings and for some leaders, this process will hurt.
To be a leader is not easy as some people perceive.
Responsibilities come with challenges and I sympathise with those who feel offended as a result of changes. But for those who have been dropped as a Cabinet member, you are intelligent by your own right.
You have the knowledge to understand and God-given wisdom to choose.
You are matured to choose between what is right and good for you and your people.
The feeling that is within you will vanish if you accept the fact that the prime minister is executing the special privilege given to him and that’s all.
The reason why I am sharing my view is: as a young citizen of this country, I am very disappointed and unsatisfied with Kerema member of parliament (MP) Richard Mendani’s call to all Southern region MPs to reconsider their alliance.
His call follows the recent exclusion of Alotau MP Charles Abel as Finance Minister.
Good MPs have the right to air their views but by standing on the other side of the house (Opposition bench) doesn’t mean you can voice anything without considering the negative consequences.
Don’t try to create regionalism in Parliament.
Think before you speak.

Hanam Bill Sandu,
Reader