Gota says he is ready to face Presidential elections

Former Defence Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa says he is ready to face the next Presidential elections if it is the will of the people.

Speaking at an event in Colombo, Rajapaksa said that this year will be an important year with Presidential elections scheduled to be held.

“We know Presidential elections will be held this year. I am ready for this if you are,” he told the gathering.

Rajapaksa said that Sri Lankans must put the country first before anything else.

He said that it is important to address social issues before addressing individual rights.

Courtesy: Colombo Gazette