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PRESIDENT HH CALLS FOR THE ARREST OF THOSE WHO ATTACKED GARRY IN MAZABUKA

President Hakainde Hichilema has strongly condemned the violence that erupted in Mazabuka during the filing of nominations by independent parliamentary candidate Garry Nkombo.

In a strongly worded statement, President Hichilema described the actions of individuals who attempted to block the lawful filing of nominations as “unacceptable, undemocratic, and a direct violation of the rule of law.”

The Head of State warned that electoral violence and lawlessness would not be tolerated, regardless of the political affiliation or status of those involved. He called on law enforcement agencies to swiftly arrest all perpetrators captured in videos circulating on social media.

Mr Hichilema further stated that Zambia is governed by laws and not intimidation, violence, or mob conduct, adding that the Government would act firmly and decisively against anyone seeking to disrupt peace and order during the electoral process.

The remarks come after Garry Nkombo alleged that he was physically attacked by suspected UPND cadres while filing his nomination in Mazabuka Central.