CHAOS IN COURT! Former PF SG Davies Mwila Brutally Beaten by Cadres, Demands Apology in Fiery Ultimatum

Davies Mwila, the National Chairperson of the BM8/ECL Movement, has issued a stern ultimatum, giving individuals he accuses of attacking and harassing him 30 days to publicly apologize. Furthermore, he has urged all those involved to report themselves to the police. Mwila asserted his innocence, stating he had not harmed anyone and maintained his calm demeanor during the incident, which he claims took place at the Supreme Court premises following an altercation with Clement Tembo after proceedings related to the Lima Constituency election petition.

The former Patriotic Front (PF) Secretary-General elaborated that he and his colleagues were present at the court to demonstrate solidarity with Lima Member of Parliament, Kelvin Kaunda, concerning an election petition. As they were departing the court, Mwila recounted that some individuals began to shout remarks at him, though he chose not to respond, stating he "remained quiet and I came out." He further alleged that certain United Party for National Development (UPND) members moved towards the staircase, prompting him to conceal himself as he did not identify with that group. Mwila also claimed that youths were subsequently summoned to harass him.

Mwila also connected this incident to a separate, graver event in Kanyama, where he alleged a boy was killed for playing a song associated with Brian Mundubile, known as BM8. Expressing concern for his own safety, he stated, "It is my life they are after. They want to kill me but they should know I am ready." He dismissed claims of opponents being against violence as "fake," dramatically adding, "They killed Mutotwe Kafwaya so what about me. We are ready for that."

Reflecting on the dynamics of political power and government changes, Mwila cautioned political parties against the illusion of permanent control. He cited historical examples within Zambia, noting, "Power is temporal. UNIP was in office and now they are out, MMD was in power and they are out, PF was in power and they are out. Even UPND will be out." He further observed that Zambia has witnessed individuals going into hiding or even leaving the country in the aftermath of governmental transitions.

Concluding his remarks, Mr. Mwila underscored that his distinguished record as a former Cabinet minister and PF secretary-general warrants respect, positioning himself as a senior citizen deserving of dignity. He emphasized his personal conduct by stating, "I never insult people."