NRPUP Condemns Malicious Propaganda Targeting Hon. Ezra Tembo

The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) secretariat has issued a stern condemnation against what it describes as malicious and misleading online propaganda directed at party leader Hon. Ezra Tembo. Operating under the guise of an online social media page titled “Lusaka Central Constituency,” bad actors have reportedly circulated fabricated statements intended to malign, ridicule, and incite public hatred against the prominent opposition figure. In an official statement released in Lusaka, the party secretariat categorically rejected claims that Hon. Tembo made disparaging or degrading remarks regarding fellow party members or political figures. The NRPUP emphasized that while divergent political perspectives and healthy internal debates are natural elements of a robust democratic landscape, such differences must always be handled with utmost dignity, mutual restraint, and respect. The secretariat cautioned party supporters and members of the general public against falling prey to manufactured online falsehoods designed to create artificial fractures within the opposition movement. Emphasizing solidarity and discipline, the party leadership noted that political disagreements should never degenerate into personal character assassination, hatred, or deliberate attempts to undermine the reputations of comrades and public servants. Furthermore, the party reiterated its unwavering commitment to democratic principles, reconciliation, and constructive checks and balances following the recent 2026 general elections. The NRPUP stressed that Zambia's democratic future relies heavily on collective maturity, peace, and adherence to the rule of law, urging citizens to remain vigilant against toxic cyber tactics aimed at destabilizing political cohesion. As political actors continue to navigate the post-election environment across the country, the party called upon social media administrators and digital platforms to exercise responsibility and refra