DEMANDING ACCOUNTABILITY AND WARNING AGAINST LEGAL ABROGATION
By: Rev. Dr. Kelvin Mugala
We are deeply concerned by the recent revelations surrounding the Electoral Commission of Zambia’s (ECZ) handling of the New Congress Party (NCP) candidate’s adoption process during the elections in Kawambwa. The production of a FAKE list of Office Bearers, allegedly omitting the rightful President, Peter Chanda, is not only a gross irregularity but a direct affront to the principles of transparency, accountability, and the rule of law that must govern our democratic processes.
The actions of the ECZ, in this case, undermine public trust in electoral systems and the democratic fabric of our nation. It is unacceptable for an institution tasked with upholding democracy to be associated with such discrepancies. Therefore, we issue the following demands and warnings:
1. Demand for Accountability
The ECZ must immediately explain why a false list of Office Bearers was present at the Election Centre in Kawambwa, a situation that caused unwarranted confusion and disputes.
We demand an urgent and transparent investigation into how such a list was produced and allowed to affect the election process.
2. Call for Police Action
The Zambia Police Service must thoroughly investigate this illegality. Perpetrators, whether within the ECZ or external actors, must be arrested and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. This will serve as a deterrent to those seeking to manipulate electoral processes for personal or political gain.
3. Warning Against Lawlessness
We caution all institutions and individuals attempting to abrogate the law or support irregularities, particularly under the influence of the current UPND government. The manipulation of democratic systems to consolidate power is a betrayal of the Zambian people’s trust and a threat to our constitutional order.
4. Protection and Defense of the Constitution
As citizens and leaders committed to safeguarding the integrity of our Constitution, we will not stand idly by while state institutions are used as tools to further political agendas. The Constitution is the supreme law of the land, and any attempts to undermine it will be met with strong resistance from the Zambian people.
We urge the ECZ and all state institutions to respect the law and uphold their mandates without fear or favor. The future of our democracy depends on fair and just systems that inspire confidence in every Zambian.
Let this serve as a stern warning to those who think they can subvert the rule of law. We remain vigilant and committed to exposing and resisting any such attempts.
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Issued this day,
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Mugala