NORTHWESTERN PROVINCE SHOULD FINALLY GIVE OPPORTUNITIES TO OTHERS OTHER THAN FAILED UPND- Hon. Lucky Mulusa

LUSAKA – Former Minister of National Development Planning, Honourable Lucky Mulusa, has issued a direct appeal to the electorate of Northwestern Province, urging them to broaden their political horizons beyond the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND). Speaking on the 'Kabangabanga' programme, Mulusa explicitly called upon residents to consider supporting prominent opposition figures such as Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu, whom he presented as viable alternatives to the current political establishment. Mulusa's impassioned plea stems from his assertion that the UPND, despite its electoral promises, has fallen short in delivering tangible development and improved livelihoods for the people of Northwestern Province and Zambia at large. He highlighted what he perceives as a failure by the incumbent government to address critical issues facing the nation, thereby necessitating a re-evaluation of political leadership at both provincial and national levels. This sentiment resonates with a growing discourse among some segments of the population regarding the pace and impact of government reforms. Northwestern Province has historically been a significant battleground in Zambian politics, often exhibiting diverse voting patterns. While the UPND has enjoyed considerable support in certain areas, particularly during the 2021 general elections, Mulusa's intervention seeks to challenge this political narrative. By advocating for figures like Mundubile, a former Leader of the Opposition and prominent member of the Patriotic Front (PF), and Zulu, a respected legal mind and former Minister, Mulusa aims to present a compelling case for a change in political representation. The former minister's comments underscore the dynamic and often contentious nature of Zambian political discourse, especially as the country approaches future electoral cycles. His call for the province to 'give opportunities to others' can be interpreted as a strategic move to galvanise oppositi