As the country awaits a statement from Richard Azan, Member of Parliament and Minister of State in the Ministry of Transport and Works, regarding his involvement in the Spalding Market affair, he is expected to come under more pressure to resign. However, some civil society members have extended the criticism towards Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller. Nadiya Figueroa, deputy director of National Integrity Action (NIA) stated that Mrs. Simpson Miller needs to address the matter as Prime Minister and president of the People's National Party. She cited that it is in the interest of the party to be seen as coming down strongly on anything that would bring into disrepute not only the public office but also the political office.” Nadiya Figueroa, deputy director of National Integrity Action (NIA)
Civil society groups join calls for Azan to step down
