The race to occupy the presidency of the National Assembly is now open. With a majority of 84 deputies in Tsimbazaza, the majority necessary to govern the Palace in stability, this position naturally falls to the IRMAR presidential platform.
The next president of the National Assembly will then come from the ranks of IRMAR and the controls of the Lower House return to the hands of the supporters of the President of the Republic, Andry Rajoelina. The next permanent office will also be besieged by IRMAR deputies who will soon arrive in Tsimbazaza with great enthusiasm.
Supporter from the start. For several weeks, names have been circulating as those best placed to occupy this prestigious position. Among them, the name of Herilaza Imbiki persists behind the scenes. Former Minister of Justice, elected with a comfortable score in Sainte-Marie, Herilaza Imbiki is a supporter of the Rajoelina regime from the start. His constant commitment to the regime without ever wavering makes him a serious and appreciated candidate within the presidential platform itself.
Betsileo. The former Minister of National Education, Marie Michelle Sahondrarimalala, is also cited as a potential president of the National Assembly. Originally from Betsileo and a lawyer by training, his profile could work in his favor, especially since the gender approach which is gaining importance under the current regime, could influence decisions in his favor. MP for Fianarantsoa, she could well be Christine Razanamahasoa’s replacement at the head of the Lower House, bringing a touch of diversity and legal competence to this key position.
Put in danger. Among the other names in the running, the former Minister of the Interior, Justin Tokely, also stands out. Elected in Sambava with a Soviet score, Justin Tokely attracts attention in Tsimbazaza. This career civil administrator, having already led the SAVA region before becoming a member of the government, is esteemed by his colleagues for his discretion and his ability to bring people together. In the event of non-election to the presidency, Justin Tokely is already tipped to become the next vice-president of the National Assembly for Antsiranana, thus endangering the position of Jocelyne Rahelihanta, who held this position during the previous legislature.
Intense competition. In the South, the name of Philobert Milavonjy, IRMAR deputy in Ambovombe, is starting to gain importance. A fervent supporter of the President of the Republic, Philobert Milavonjy could well become the outsider in this race for the presidency of the National Assembly. His commitment and unwavering support for the President of the Republic make him a candidate not to be underestimated. Moreover, Philobert Milavonjy did well in his constituency, unlike other IRMAR candidates in other districts. Regardless, the competition for the presidency of the National Assembly in Tsimbazaza promises to be intense. The coming weeks will therefore be decisive in determining who will take the reins of the Lower House to succeed Christine Razanamahasoa.
Rija R.