NTAZANA MUTUNGWA RESIGNS FROM LEADERSHIP MOVEMENT, ENDORSES ADRIAN BANDA

Leadership Movement Party parliamentary candidate for Mandevu Constituency Ntazana Musukuma Mutungwa has resigned from the party and endorsed United Party for National Development (UPND) candidate Adrian Banda ahead of the November 5th parliamentary by-election.

Mr. Mutungwa said his resignation takes immediate effect and includes stepping down from his position as the party’s National Mobilization Chairperson and withdrawing his candidature for the Mandevu seat.

In a statement issued in Lusaka, Mr Mutungwa said his decision follows consultations with his family, community leaders and other stakeholders in Mandevu.

He said aligning with the ruling party will, in his view, better position the constituency to access Government resources, development programmes and infrastructure.

Mr. Mutungwa  also announced his defection to the UPND, saying the move is intended to align with the national development roadmap under the Grow Zambia Agenda.

He thanked Leadership Movement Party president Dr. Richard Silumbe and party members for the opportunity, trust and mentorship he received during his time in the organization.

Mr. Mutungwa said he remains committed to serving the people of Mandevu with integrity and dedication.