UNP's Ramzi Tony Opposes Riza Zarook’s Nomination for Colombo Mayor

COLOMBO (News 1st) - cmRamzi Tony, a United National Party (UNP) member of the Colombo Municipal Council, has voiced his opposition to the nomination of Riza Zarook of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) for the post of Mayor of Colombo.

In a letter addressed to the UNP General Secretary, Tony stated that he is fully aware of Riza Zarook’s public image and, as such, cannot in good conscience support his appointment to the mayoral post.

He further noted that if the UNP and SJB proceed with nominating Riza Zarook without prior consultation or proposing a more acceptable candidate, he would be compelled to either vote against the nomination or abstain from voting altogether.