Speaking during an interview , Chanda said he will not be pressured to produce the certificate now despite demands from some individuals.
The opposition leader was responding to allegations made by his party’s vice president Daniel Nyati, who recently claimed that Chanda cannot continue serving as party president because he does not possess a Grade 12 certificate.
However, Chanda dismissed the claims and insisted that he has the required academic qualification.
“At the point of filing my nomination papers, I will be able to produce my Grade 12 school certificate. I don’t need to show you the media or anyone else as if I am seeking employment,” he said.
He added that those questioning his academic credentials are merely trying to gain political mileage.
Meanwhile, Chanda also dismissed allegations that he has been privately working with and receiving financial support from the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND).
He said he neither works with nor receives money from the ruling party, joking that if that were the case, he would probably be a rich man by now.
Chanda explained that the NCP receives financial support from business partners and well-wishers whom he could not publicly disclose.
He further said the party has been operating independently and has managed to sustain its activities and campaigns, including during by-elections.
Chanda has since urged Zambians not to entertain individuals who seek to gain political mileage by scandalising others.
Ba Chanda kanshi Nina grade 9? Ebulya bukopo tomona? Ala bwafya.
Stop attaching too much importance to these papers. Just look at Donald Trump.
On a mission to kill all Arabs and non-whites. What’s the meaning of MAGA? Taking the US to where it was during the slave trade.
Senselessness has nothing to do with education
Yama what is this? Are discussing anything related to education or even Peter Chanda? Ibange libi. Muleke kafwaka.
Nothing sinister JUST show them your G12 certificate and clear your name.
Commenting without knowledge is really diisheartening
You dont have it. The only good thing is that it is not an offence or a sin not to have it, but the reality is you dont have it. Just organise one the way others organised quick grade 12 certificates and degrees in the past