By Chisomo Phiri
President Dr.Lazarus Chakwera who seeks a second term in the upcoming September 16 presidential election has dismissed claims by some critics that he has failed as a leader, describing them as baseless and driven by malice.
Speaking at Hilltop Market in Mzuzu City on Friday, Chakwera said despite challenges such as floods, his administration has consistently provided timely relief to affected communities.
“If my government has failed, what about the Mzuzu Civic Office, the youth centre, and even the Mzuzu University(MZUNI ) library, which are still under construction?.Even the shortage of sugar and fuel are ploys by selfish individuals who want to make my government look like a failure,” said Chakwera.
On his part,Chakwera’s running mate and Minister of Trade Vitumbiko Mumba said some challenges the current administration is going through are the result of deliberate attempts by certain traders to tarnish the government’s image.
“We know what you are doing. Even those selling cement if you fail to comply with agreed standards to keep prices stable and prevent shortages president Chakwera will come after you.
“These people are hoarding essential goods to make Chakwera look bad, but we are coming for them. We are not afraid to take them to court,” said Mumba.
Hilltop Market marked the final stop of Chakwera’s campaign tour in Mzuzu City.
Earlier,the president addressed gatherings at Mgozga in Nkhata Bay, as well as at Area 1B and Kavibale markets in the city.
