Democratic Union leader, Njobvu, criticizes alleged toxic political environment under Hichilema administration

Democratic Union (DU) leader, Ackim Njobvu, has expressed concern over what he described as a toxic political environment under President Hakainde Hichilema’s administration.

Speaking at a media briefing on Friday at the DU Secretariat in Lusaka, Njobvu accused the United Party for National Development (UPND) government of fostering personal vendetta instead of focusing on nation-building.

He claimed the ruling party treated affluent Zambians as adversaries, fostering division and undermining progress.

Njobvu called for fairness in the application of the rule of law, alleging bias in favour of UPND members.

He urged the government to adopt solutions proposed by opposition parties, emphasizing that such actions would benefit citizens rather than elevate the opposition politically.

“The government should prioritize serving citizens rather than targeting opposition members and dissenting voices. Let us unite the country. The political landscape is becoming toxic, with personal vendetta overshadowing efforts to build the nation,” Njobvu said.

He called on opposition parties to work together to provide constructive checks and balances to the government, while urging the UPND to heed alternative solutions offered by the opposition.

Njobvu also announced that the Democratic Union had successfully filed parliamentary candidates for the Petauke and Pambashe constituencies, naming Moses Phiri and Honorato Kanusha as the respective candidates.

“I call on all eligible voters in Petauke and Pambashe to support Democratic Union candidates, who I am confident will serve diligently,” he said.

Despite his criticisms of the government, Njobvu commended the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) for its professionalism during the nomination process for the upcoming by-elections.

He urged the ECZ to maintain this standard throughout the election period, ensuring confidence in the process as the nation approached the 2026 general elections.

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