ANTONIO MWANZA QUESTIONS TIMING OF DEC SUMMON FOR ARCHBISHOP BANDA
By Chamuka Shalubala
Opposition Democratic Progressive Party President Antonio Mwanza has questioned the timing and manner in which the Drug Enforcement Commission –DEC- has summoned Lusaka archbishop Alick Banda, saying the move raises serious public concern.
Speaking on Phoenix FM’s Let the People Talk programme, Mr. Mwanza notes that the issue involving the alleged vehicle gift had already been before the courts nearly two years ago, with other individuals prosecuted.
He argues that the renewed action against the archbishop appears poorly timed, especially given the strained relations between the catholic church and government.
Mr. Mwanza stated that the long delay in summoning the catholic leader has created a perception of political motivation, adding that law enforcement agencies must be mindful of context, history, and public trust when handling sensitive matters involving respected national figures.
Meanwhile, Mr. Mwanza says his party remains open to forming alliances ahead of the 2026 general elections and is already in discussions with existing groupings.
He has however stressed that the party would only join an alliance with a clear and credible economic agenda, focusing on economic growth, job creation, and improved livelihoods for Zambians.
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Mulandu siuwola didnt your Edith Nawakwi raise the issue of HH’s Kabulonga house? Si ku wosha mulandu uko? And when you are innocent the facts vindicate you. What is the problem here with calling Bishop Banda for an interview? What is so drastic about an interview unless you have committed a crime? Bishop Banda should have nothing to fear if he is innocent. Only the guilty are affraid. And he is guilty why should the law spear him? The law is applied to all regardless of stature and Justice is blind until the law finds you wanting. So Bishop Banda should face what he chose to participate in.
Mulenga you will be ‘speared’ too!
From the big noise coming in unison and the reaction you can safely say Alick is guilty. These people are so dumb, they forget that the citizens are watching and know that PF bought at of cars and looted heavily before losing power that they were looking for places to go and hide the vehicles and money. So Alick Banda fits mould as someone to hide some loot. We all remember Beauty and the dumped millions. There still plenty of them hiding millions with people like Alick Banda.