Chitimukulu calls on politicians to accept election results

Paramount Chief Chitimukulu

Paramount Chief Chitimukulu Mwinelubemba Kanyanta Manga II of the Bemba People has called on politicians to accept the out-come of next month’s general election.

Chief Chitimukulu said candidates eyeing various elective positions must respect the decision which will be made by the people of Zambia in the elections.

He said there can only be one winner in each election hence the need for politicians to be sober-minded and accept the outcome of the polls.

Chief Chitimukulu further cautioned politicians to avoid inciting violence among their respective supporters.

Meanwhile, Paramount Chief Chitimukulu has asked Zambians to pray for the country ahead of the August 11 general election.

He said the election period is a crucial time which requires people to seek God’s face and dedicate the nation into His hands.

The traditional leader reminded Zambians that other than voting for their preferred candidates, they also have a duty to pray for political leaders and ensure that peace is maintained.

And Chief Chitimukulu has called on Zambians to remain united and refrain from political violence as the country heads to the polls.

He said Zambia is a beacon of peace, therefore, Zambians should not allow political violence to change their ways.

The Paramount Chief was speaking to ZANIS in an exclusive interview in Kasama today.