The United Party for National Development ( UPND ) warns members of the public against abusing President Hakainde Hichilema through publicity of fictitious, malicious articles against the Head of State.
We understand the desperation of the opposition political parties to an extent where they are now ready to commit criminality against the popularly elected Head of State.
These rogue elements are creating and circulating fake videos which mimic the President with electronically generated voice intended to mislead the public.
The party wishes to warn that anyone behind the said video will pay heavily as soon as the law catches up with them .
UPND also wishes to warn members of the public against circulating a video which is a clear misrepresentation of President Hichilema’s persona.
We are confident that the law enforcement agencies shall take keen interest in this matter so that perpetrators of this criminal activity are brought to book.
We know that some opposition leaders and their members are now engaging in illegal covert activities to subvert the democratically elected government.
We understand you are seeking public attention and political relevance but we shall once again remind you that the law is blind.
It’s a known fact that some of you deliberately engage in criminal activities so that you draw the attention of the law enforcement agencies. And once they call you for questioning you cry the loudest.
When President Hichilema reaffirmed his commitment to upholding free speech as guaranteed in the constitution, he meant well.
This is meant to encourage civil engagement in the political space without abusing others.
Those who choose to abuse the President through hate speech, defamation or misrepresentation should know that their place is in jail.