By Chinoyi Chipulu
United National Independence Party (UNIP) leader Trevor Mwamba says the party will soon hold a congress to reaffirm its commitment to democratic principles and to ensure that the leadership is chosen through a transparent and fair process as their constitution dictates.
And Mwamba has accused Colonel Henry Muyoba, who was interim leader and others of allegedly holding illegal meetings with forged documents.
Speaking at a media briefing in Lusaka yesterday, Mwamba said the congress would be a crucial step in solidifying unity and preparing for the future.
He has since called on party members to remain united and work together if party was to return to power.
Mwamba said the party stood for unity and upholding the rule of law saying it would not stand attempts to manipulate it’s members.
He said those with forged documents are not genuine leaders of the party.
“Colonel Mike Muyoba and others of allegedly holding illegal meetings with forged documents. This leadership was elected through a congress in April 2021 and there was transfer of power from Tilyenji Kaunda,” he said.
He said UNIP advocated for unity and peace and that those bringing confusion would be dealt with.
“As we move forward, our focus will be unity, even as we prepare for the up coming of the elections in 2026. We must come together as a party, prioritizing our collective interest over individual agendas ,” he said.
Mwamba said his party believed in the rule of law, and that they would not manipulate the state institutions to get what they wanted as they were a model of democracy and good governance.
He expressed sadness over the lapse in judgement by the registrar of society and said he was confused how they chose the other group that never held any general council to elect the party leadership.
“It’s regrettable that the registrar of societies is failing to acknowledge our names, but as a party, we are resolved to resolve the matter amicably”, he said.
Mwamba said the party would soon hold a congress to elect new leaders, as their role was to represent the interest of the people of Zambia.
