30 days is unfair but I’m okay, we learn every day – Mpundu
Nkana Member of Parliament, Binwell Mpundu, has described his 30-day suspension from Parliament as unfair, saying that similar conduct by some members of the ruling party has not attracted the same disciplinary action.
Yesterday, Speaker of the National Assembly, Nelly Mutti, suspended Mr. Mpundu for 30 days on two counts, contempt of the National Assembly and use of unparliamentary language towards Mongu Member of Parliament Oliver Amutike.
But speaking when he featured on Christian Voice’s Chatback program in Lusaka today, Mr. Mpundu said the suspension has deprived the people of Nkana of representation, adding that the Speaker could have guided him to withdraw his remarks instead of imposing a suspension.
“The charge and suspension were based on issues that other MPs also commit in the House,” said Mr. Mpundu.
He noted that several citizens have since advised him to use more refined language when addressing matters in Parliament, a call he says he has taken seriously.
Mr. Mpundu emphasized that his allegiance remains with the Zambian people and will continue to represent their interests passionately.
He further dismissed assertions that he is overly outspoken in the National Assembly, stating that his activism stems from a genuine desire to be the voice of ordinary Zambians.
-RCV
Mr. Binwell Mpundu, is this the first suspension you are serving? Or is this the first time you have used uncouth language? Clearly, you have learnt nothing from past mistakes and you think being a thug in parliament is the best way to acquire some notoriety since in Zambia we seem to gravitate towards such characters.
You have done a great job misrepresenting the people of Nkana constituency and I hope they have taken note of your immature conduct and can deliver a better verdict come August 2026.
Ba Mpundu, mucili abaice tamulakula. Mu lebuta fye mu Parliament.