The Opposition United Party for National Development (UPND) has moved to end the debate as to whether it’s leader Hakainde Hichilema is eligible to contest the 2016 general elections according to the party’s constitution.
Following his loss to Edgar Lungu in the January 20 presidential election, his forth loss since he took over the party leadership in 2006, reports have arisen in some media circles suggesting that the UPND constitution bars Hichilema from standing on the party’s ticket for the fifth time.
But in statement made available to Zambian Eye, UPND Chairperson for Legal and Constitutional Affairs Jack Mwiimbu dismissed the reports as misleading, labeling those spreading them as mischievous.
He categorically stated that the UPND constitution was unambiguous and explicit over the term of office of the party president and specifically cited Articl 79, which states that:
“A party constitution shall be eligible for election for an indefinite period subject to this constitution, provided that a party president who is elected republican president shall only serve two terms that shall run concurrently with the term of office of office as Republican President.”
Ba Upnd mulifipubasana u think it is an easy thng to win elections in zambia if u don’t hv mixed blood with the power Bembas?Think before u cereblate and what makes hh thnk he won the elections when he wa just voted for by the minority
i admire hh’s honour. just a single cough every pink fly shivers at its greatest fear. hmmm! the man is really talented. he just commands from the opposition desk and you see things happening, fuel prices, the sosala thing,etc. this man is respected sure.
The Mula, Pilato guys sound like they have never passed through the hands of a man. I mean there might have been no husband to their mother when they were born. Simply put, “anakulila mbali”. Typical of bastards, storming in the mother’s bedroom when she is dressing and the mother just throws her hands on the dorsal saying ‘iweee’. What’s the problem with a tonga becoming president?
The man HH is the best ideologically and can run USA without much ado but for his ciizenship! Thats the level of quality people missed at the expense of tribe. My foot.
Its 2016 now and particularly 16th August, 2016. The Trump of Zambia has gone past State House! Àti ALEISA!
Its not even an issue. At the moment HH is the best guy for President of Zambia.
What A Constitution. Who Brought That Idea? I Think He Must Be A Tonga. Not Even A Convention, You Are Mad. If Thats Your Thinking Then You Are Not Inclusive. Why Let Only One Man To Drive You For We Dont Know. So If HH Will Never Be President Of Zambia He Will Lead You Untill His Death. Jokes Aside, You Need To Change That, Unless You Say That Your Party Is A Kingdom Which Says Untill The Older Son Becomes A King Others Should Wait. Awe Kwabe Ifipuba Muchalo, Thats A Political Party.
No convention is better than a fake one where you vote by raising your hand in a crowd of thugs! And with no counting for that matter!
Thank God!! Soon we will have an able, educated and competent leader instead of a drunk moron.
Soon when we put our resources together but before 2016 general elections. You’re welcome to contribute towards the convention and if you are a genuine member come and witness the true democratic process where leaders will be elected fairly.
When is the convention?
As UPND we wont have one.What of your party PF?
HH has never been a state president so I don’t see why the Panga Family are worried. Instead they should be happy because HH will mean well to all Zambians. He fought for fuel reduction which was somehow reduced to the surprise of majority Zambians. He spoke had on Sosala’s recognition and it has come to pass even when Edgar Lungu and Nkandu Luo together with late Sata were oppossed to it. Some farmers got their money a day before close of campaigns due to HH. This man will bring manna if given room to lead this great country. He is giving sleepless nights to PF leadership. At mentionning HH even Edgar shakes like a reed. All corrumpt elements surrounding Edgar Lungu will soon be shown the door. Edgar is a John Baptsit clearing the way for real development that comes with Hakainde Hichilema.
Yes, HH has never been a state president and he will never be.
kwamana. He has to start form a branch Chairman.
Stop dreaming of your under 5 becoming presido, of this Country.
As opposed to this drunk who does not even know how to dress or speak properly. Our young men will dream big dreams while our old men will see vision. Yes, vision of Lungu leaving State House. Too bad we have to support this parasite for the rest of his natural life. HH, lead Zambia out of this village life and into globalization. And watch out before PF steals the election again.
Kekeke!Oh my ,I can’t stop laughing at this ridiculous suggestion.It shows you are indeed an under 5 indeed.In case you were not yet born.MMD told Mazoka the same thing and when he stood and won in Bauleni.What happened next.He was expelled from the party.
Just why are you afraid of HH?
Don’t worry.HH is standing next year
Go back to your party and continue your confusions.We hear you want Sampa to stand?TRIBALISTS!
Which branch has your Vodka ever chaired?
What does it say on the convention?
Same question?
No problem Mr. President. PF are just dead scared of you.
FDD Constitution allows Nawakwi to stand until 2040
Heritage Party Constitution allows Miyanda to stand until 2040
NAREP Constitution allows Chipimo to stand until 2040
So where is the problem?