Government has called on men and women in uniform to desist from engaging in partisan politics as the country heads to the general elections next year.
Minister of Defence Ambrose Lufuma implored the Zambia Air Force (ZAF) defense personnel to remain neutral by not engaging in partisan politics.
Speaking last evening during the Zambia Air Force annual ball, Mr Lufuma counseled the women and men in uniform to uphold the highest standards of discipline as they serve the country.
The media reports that Mr Lufuma urged the defense personnel to continue serving as a model of royalty to the government and people of Zambia.
The Defence Minister stressed that the government is confident that ZAF will remain a nonpartisan institution and loyal to the country’s constitution, urging the officers to continue using their loyalty to defend and serve the country.
He assured the ZAF officers of the government’s commitment to addressing the challenges facing the defense personnel.
And speaking earlier, Zambia Air Force Commander Oscar Nyoni assured the government of loyalty from women and men in uniform under his command.
Lieutenant General Nyoni said the ZAF defense personnel will remain loyal to the President who is the Commander in Chief of the defense force and the government.
He also reiterated the need for officers not to engage in partisan politics as the country heads for the presidential and general elections.
Meanwhile Lt Gen Nyoni thanked the government for the support rendered in modernising the operations of ZAF.
Will they listen is another question
They were listening. Unless you have a bone to chew.
Neutrality is not in our dictionary as you well know