Dear Editor,PRESIDENT Edgar Lungu’s determination to uphold the institutional independence of the various institutions of government has resoundingly been revealed by his recent guidance given to former ministers who were pronounced as judgement creditors for the emoluments accrued during the dissolution of parliament in the run up to the 2016 elections.The parental guidance given by the Head of States to the former ministers to honour the decree of the Constitutional Court shows unwa-vering support for the institutions of governance.The rule of law is indeed alive and thriving in the country and his recent pronouncement has added credence to his proven track record.The former ministers who in good faith remained in office have so far shown cooperation and willingness to ensure that the decision of the court is respected.President Lungu has shown consistency in demonstrating that the rule of law must prevail irrespective of whether it works to his detriment. There are a number of times […]
LUNGU’S DIRECTIVE TO FORMER MINISTERS HARD BUT NECESSARY
