FORMER Republican President Frederick Chiluba has commended the National Constitutional Conference (NCC) for adopting a clause which ensures the restoration of the presidential immunity. In an interview in Ndola yesterday, Dr Chiluba said the decision was in the interest of democracy.
He said he was happy that governance by the rule of law was being protected and defended by the NCC delegates.
“The progressive spirit of 1991 which was aimed at building democratic governance and developing a self regulating system that takes care of whatever challenges that come up is still alive.
“It is clear that the wise men and women at the NCC are guided by the rule of law. This is the beauty of the change which we fought for in 1991,” Dr Chiluba said.
Asked whether he would consider claiming his money and other belongings which were forfeited to the State during his court cases, Dr Chiluba said he was yet to decide on the matter because he would be guided by time.
Dr Chiluba said he would issue a comprehensive statement on the degree requirement for a presidential candidate as well as the 50 plus one per cent clause and other issues arising from the on-going NCC deliberations.
And the Catholic Church’s human rights wing – Caritas Zambia has said the principle behind the clause was fine but the interpretation and implementation should satisfy all the people.
Caritas Zambia executive director Sam Mulafulafu said the clause on the restoration of the former president’s immunity was welcome.
Forum for Leadership Search executive director Edwin Lifwekelo said the NCC’s endorsement of a clause restoring the former president’s immunity was a progressive move done in the spirit of justice.
The adopting of the clause was done for posterity and protecting the presidency as an institution.
“All former presidents are potential suspects of alleged crimes committed while in office. It is only fair that people who have previously held the office have their immunity restored once cleared by the courts of law,” he said.
The Southern African Centre for Constructive Resolution of Disputes (SACCORD) executive director Lee Habasonda advised NCC delegates to broaden their approach in coming up and adopting clauses.
On Wednesday delegates at the NCC voted in favour of a clause restoring the immunity of the former Republican president once cleared by the courts.
[Times of Zambia]
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R Bee is now shagging the little devil…..>:)
but this man cliams to be a man of God, but why is he so scared to be prosecuted?? little devil, u have killed us all….
I would welcome it too
This makes me sick
This Chiluba should never be allowed to enjoy the loot he got including Regina pinched from Harmless Mr. Mwanza. Let us lift his immunity there are other cases he did like the $20m arms purchase by him and BY and were never delivered up to today. Zambians why are we quite. Why should Chiluba’s immunity be restored when he had so many scandals. **** this country.
Yes this is indeed a logical and obvious call. Too many overzealous people out there who for one reason or another just want to pick on our first and great president of MMD whose achievement and contributions to are country are too numerous to list on this limited space that LT provides. The wealth and home equity for our citizens created by this man will continue to feed thousands of generations to come long after he is gone. Today many Zambians can point to a stable rent income that has sustained them during these troubled times, especially those on the CB and those in LSK. The vibrant and open market driven by supply and demand that has earned the admiration of many Investors was the brain child of this man and even the famous HIPIC was initiated by him. Great son of Zambia
In No. 6 above Ba LT is said F.U.C.K this country why black it out.
What wealth did FTJ create iwe ka Chief Bootlicker? There are times i feel you are full of crap!! You are the same chaps who were milking this country of resources naka FTJ. You chaps stole from us and you have the audasity to even open your lousy mouth and say that? how manyZambians died because of you and FTJs Stu.pidity. You will be called to account one day, you chap. Your Boot licking days are numbered!
uletola nobwapona mudala chiluba you might never get a bell to save you next time.
I8 months remaining for the scrap to end,which sane person can give the midget back his immunity?:-w:-w:-w
Why bother about getting back immunity if you are cleared by the courts. To me it means you are innocent and you do not need any immunity. Immunity to protect an innocent man from what? The husband of the stolen wife? The Bible requires that if one steals, they should take back what they stoile even if they repent … Zacks is an example. So Lazo take back Reg. Which courts are they talking about by the way? Local court and majaz?
Pipo even if Ba Chiluba was to return the monies do you think this country will improve economically? there is too much bukabolala in this country..it will be from Chiluba to ……. or …to the devil…
CHILUBA AS PRESIDENT
# 7 – I agree with u that during the ruin of Chiluba certain things went as expected ,but am afrid to say alot of dirty things happened Political assasinations,corruption become household ni chikalako,abuse of state resoures ,the spirit of my self n i,selfless service was lost,Council lost incomes due to households being sold to pensioners,who do not what to go to the village,instead what always increasing rentals for the young work force/labours contributing to poverty in homes,as money goes to the new class ‘Landlords, several Banks closed due to politicians failer to pay debts,Serving president divorcing and marring a Mrs Mwanza,Zamtroop a/c abused speciall branch to aquire wealth for personal/selfish interest,PHI administration,Presidential slush funds 120BN
Indeed man Chilu is a political Engineer. He has no much in Zambia. Look at the Picture its self. Who can talk to him and win on debate. Only God can hadle tis Man he probably 100 in one. Every man is a criminal of one sort but this one bane twachepa
What has he failed in Life unless it is not on his mnd. Married women, Kwacha dont talk about the Dollars. Bane at one time i thought Mwanza was waste i.d.i.o.t.s but now i know Man Chilu is of no Much. The degree issue at NCC is Man Chilu political Engineering skill. Look at the way sata is confused, only to tel a lie in hope that things may change. we are blind and the Chap is working big things.
Ka swine ka chiluba; why can’t you just shut up you a**? you have stolen and you are proud of it. let us not restore his immunity.
I would have been happier if he just said no comment as i am an interested party…
RB wants another term ,what do you expect,my advise to all Zambians is not to expect any good from the NNC,looking at what has started coming out from the recent deliberations.You can’t question this one,Chiluba has even started compaigning for RB,how much have RB and Chiluba come up with.
RB fellow Zambians is a destroyer of peace,it is clear he is here to protect Chiluba.
Chiluba will be cleared of court cases when the London judgment is registered in Zambia.
Until then he can rot in hell along with MMD.
If this FREAK came to Australia i would personally shoot him dead and send him home in a box.
Atleast i would be happy to face justice in a true court.
This is chiluba “The progressive spirit of 1991 which was aimed at building democratic governance and developing a self regulating system that takes care of whatever challenges that come up is still alive.
This man is a retard.He championed and thrived in the current mess until it backfierd on him.Foolish man as west africans would say.
This ka FTJ has no moral right to even comment on the constitution making process in this country.He had an pportunity to come up with a progressive constitution for this country but his selfishness got the best of him.So what progressive people is he talking about,the way the current deliberations are going turning at the NCC,come 2016 another CRC will be demanded for by stakeholders,these self serving politicians have hijacked the process to create another document that address only their interest.Leave the immunity clause the way it is,actually remove the entire clause from the constitution altogether its not necessary,this will make the heads of state act in the best interest of the country.This chap should just enjoy his ill gotten aquital without getting on people ‘s nerves…
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The funny thing about life everyone has to account to God oneday. Check Martin Luther’s speech he emphasized on diregarding his awards, qualifications, important people he met etc but to remember him for how he fed the poor, clothed people etc.Matthew 25:41-45
These people in authority disregard their positions of authority to help mankind. Political power maybe manipulated and sweet on earth but remember Everyone was born with nothing and they leave the earth with nothing. God that is why fear of God is important, he knows every single thing . Everyone on this earth including these politicians will have to answer him oneday.
Pipo are really bitter about this man. Its so amazing. I will be watching to see how he can re invent himself
How can anyone believe that FTJ could have amassed his wealth from his Presidential salary? Let alone his massive and extremely expensive wardrobe. He stole from his country and his court acquittal was a joke and a sad reflection of Zambia justice.
Tony Blair has just finished being grilled by a commission of inquiry set up to establish the legality of the Iraq War. Depending on the outcome, Tony might find himself before the ICC. Ifwe ati iyo. This is the beauty of advanced democracies.
they should also bring tony`s case to the zambian courts and he be a free man.
bloggers have you noticed that LT has been taken over by Dickson Jere from state house they cover more and only positive things about the MMD government, they only cover the opposition if its negative we should start analyzing all articles critically . if you have noticed the cover anything the government says quickly.
When the opposition issues statements affecting the MMD Government the take their time to report but they will report the government‘s response to the opposition at a lightening speed . Please lets open our eyes bloggers these guys are manipulating us alot.
I was one of the first bloggers to join LT and reporting was impartial but things have changed now .
Kafupi, he who laughs last, laughs the best. Only a fool will not notice that MMD is sinking. This clause will be quashed and you will go in Jail. Come what may you little twat. If you think you will get anything out of supporting RB are chasing the wind. I will spit on you should I meet yout tiny shell. This consitution is good readance for us when we take over power, and the reason is simple. The Zambian people have never acceptable the mode of adoption, and the financially poor people in the NCC.