The Movement for Multiparty Democracy (MMD) in Eastern Province says it is dismayed by Patriotic Front (PF) Provincial Chairperson Lucas Phiri‘s allegations that President Rupiah Banda is dividing traditional leaders in the region.
Provincial Secretary Ezekiel Mtonga said that allegations levelled against the President in the Post Newspaper were untrue because President Banda has remained in the forefront of promoting unity and peace among all traditional leaders not only in Eastern Province but throughout the country
He stated that the Head of State also appreciates the two Paramount chiefs Gawa Undi and Mpezeni for their guidance and leadership qualities.
He said this in a Press Statement made available to ZANIS in Chipata this morning.
Mr Mtonga stated that the MMD appreciates the non partisan stance of chiefs on political affairs saying they should be applauded for their wisdom and support on developmental matters.
He noted that President Banda enjoys good relations with traditional leaders in Eastern Province .
Mr Mtonga said this can be seen from the many accolades that the President is receiving from traditional leaders for promoting unity and development in their areas.
He challenged Mr Phiri to identify chiefs who are disrespecting Paramount Chiefs Mpezeni and Gawa Undi.
Mr Mtonga said it is not true that chiefs in the province have no respect for the two Paramount chiefs and wondered how subordinate chiefs can belittle their senior chiefs.
He advised Mr Phiri to stop practising cheap politics as he has already failed the people of Chipangali constituency and Eastern Province for the 15 years he served as area MP.
Mr Mtonga advised the PF Provincial Chairperson not to engage traditional leaders in politics saying their stance of being non partisan should instead be promoted for the country to continue enjoying existing peace and stability.
And Mr Mtonga stated that MMD remains steadfast in the region such that it will ensure President Banda and candidates that the party will field in this year’s election win convincingly.
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Its true. Meanwhile, number 1
The allegations leveled against Bwezani may not be true but we strongly urge rupia to enjoy his only strong hold whilst he can coz Change is coming & nothing will stand in it’s way VIVA PF
The allegations levelled against Bwezani may not be true but we strongly urge rupia to enjoy his only strong hold whilst he can coz Change is coming & nothing will stand in it’s way VIVA PF
Even in Eastern Province SATA and PF will give Rupiah a good run. Civil servants and educated people there want change.Nyamasoya takes Eastern for granted,the chap will be shocked.
VOTE SATA AND PF COME 2011.
BEWARE OF TRIBAL UPND WHICH SPLIT THE VOTES
PABWATOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Ka Ezekiel Mtonga iwe, uzisunge! Nobody has respect for that rapist called Mpezeni. Chila bushiku na akasuba ifili mu Mpezeni gurumutu kulibe oli cimodzi paka kusuka munkhondo, illegally. No wonder the chap looks very sick, same disease like Kunda.
ba PF continue day dreaming
It seems change is on the way, even MMD strongest holds are cracking , Sata is really giving the divided MMD sleepless nights. What ever ,true or false about this posting … MMD is got alot of work to stand PF.