The Republican Progressive Party (RPP) strongly condemns the actions of individuals or groups who are allegedly withholding the body of the late Edgar Lungu, an act which has delayed national mourning and likely to disrupt the planned official burial.
It is clear from the foregoing that there is a deliberate and calculated intention to embarrass the Head of State, undermine the authority of the Government, and sow confusion across the country. These actions represent a serious threat to national unity and order during a critical period of mourning.
We believe this is not merely an act of defiance, but a treasonous attempt to usurp state power through indirect incitement and the encouragement of public unrest. Such behavior is tantamount to sedition and must not be tolerated.
The RPP is calling for the immediate arrest of all those involved in this disgraceful and dangerous act. Their actions are alarming the nation, creating discontent, and fuelling speculation, all while the country is in a period of grief and reflection.
Furthermore, the economic consequences of this unnecessary turmoil during national mourning have been significant.
We also view this as a deliberate act of sabotage, intended to disrupt the work of the government and create uncertainty in its operations. These are not mere political disagreements; these are actions designed to destabilize our country.
The RPP stands firmly with the rule of law and calls upon the relevant authorities to act decisively. The peace, dignity, and order of the Republic must be preserved.
Issued by:
Simangile Magodi
RPP National Women Secretary, Simangele Magodi
Calm down. The truth will prevail in the end, there is no secret under the Sun.
Looking at the highest level of ignorance being exhibited here and in broad day light by this non existent party called RRP with no followers. Dr Kaunda tried very hard to eliminate ignorance in Zambia but zero. Arrest using which law?
I would advise the family to do what they have to do. The state has no constitutional right to impose themselves on this funeral including the President. The family is not breaching any law. Respect their wishes please. Those who are saying they are tired, you can buck off
Things must be done in rightfully means not what is happening now.
Ha ha ha ha! Arresting olila malilo!
This RRP party which does not exist but just gets invited to national events just to eat food even says this is sabotage. Sabotage to who? You who is trying to hijack the funeral of ECL is sabotaging the process. Do people come and dictate things to you when there is a funeral. Let the family dictate terms, they used to live with ECL. For you yes he was your President but you just used to see him on TV
#Respect the wishes of the family and the INSTRUCTIONS left by ECL please
Ignorance and no idea what treason means. Why is this party member from this ka ntemba party embarrassing herself. Completely Blank. There is no constitutional provision giving the state any powers over the family.
They will be arrested after the funeral….