EEP counsels political party leaders

Chilufya Tayali

The opposition Economic and Equity Party (EEP) has urged all political parties and leaders, to reduce on the tension that hovers around the political divides, so as to address the youth challenges as a unitary force.

And the opposition political party has apologized to President Edgar Lungu, the Zambian people and indeed members, especially the youths for failure to participate the national-wide youth day commemoration activities.

EEP President Chilufya Tayali in a statement says this is in no way, a boycott or disregard of this important national event which requires the participation of all well meaning Zambians.

Mr. Tayali says his party’s failure has been due to the fact that, EEP is a new party which is trying to establish itself on various fronts including resources.

He hopes to join other national event over time.

Mr. Tayali has also encouraged political leaders to seek positive engagement on any issues affecting the nation.

He says name calling and confrontations will not help the youths, if anything; the youths may take it the wrong way and engage in violence.