Fonseka resigns as SJB chairman

09 Aug, 2024

Presidential candidate, Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka has resigned as the Chairman of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB).

SJB MP J.C. Alawathuwala said Fonseka had tendered his resignation to the party leadership.

Fonseka also confirmed he resigned from his posts in the party but is still a member of the SJB.

Former Army Commander, Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka formally announced lasty month that he will be contesting at the upcoming Presidential election.

Fonseka had invited every?Sri Lankan to support him to take the country forward.

There was speculation earlier that Fonseka will support incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe.

Fonseka had, however, insisted at the time that he will not support Wickremesinghe as the President was working with the Rajapaksas. (Colombo Gazette)

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