MP Namal Rajapaksa has addressed allegations regarding the legitimacy of his law degree, following a complaint filed with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). The complaint questions how the MP obtained his qualification, an issue that has sparked public debate and criticism.
In a statement, Rajapaksa firmly denied any wrongdoing, stating, “Like many other allegations against me, this claim, which has been politically weaponized for years, is entirely baseless. The Sri Lanka Law College has always upheld its reputation for fairness, and no candidate, myself included, received special treatment.”
He expressed confidence in the outcome of the investigation, emphasizing that it would prove his innocence. “I am fully cooperating with the process and firmly believe that the truth will prevail. This inquiry will confirm that I was not given preferential treatment during my law examination,” Rajapaksa stated.
The MP also criticized what he described as politically motivated tactics to distract the public from the current government’s inefficiencies and controversies, including the ongoing debate over fake educational qualifications held by several MPs. “These baseless allegations are attempts to divert attention from the government’s shortcomings and the scandal surrounding MPs with fraudulent credentials,” he said.
Rajapaksa referenced the recent resignation of Speaker Ashoka Ranwala, who stepped down following revelations about his falsified qualifications. “The Speaker’s resignation has caused significant turmoil within the government. This issue, involving fraudulent educational claims, deserves more serious attention than the baseless allegations against me,” Rajapaksa asserted.
As the investigation continues, the public awaits clarity on both Rajapaksa’s case and the broader issues of integrity and accountability among Sri Lanka’s political leadership.
