By Twink Jones Gadama
In an unexpected turn of events, friends and supporters of Kondwani Nankhumwa, the expelled former Presidential Advisor of the Malawi opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), have announced their intention to hold a vigil at Page House, where the party president Peter Mutharika resides.
The move comes as a show of solidarity against Nankhumwa’s recent expulsion from the party.
Since news broke of his removal from the DPP, Nankhumwa’s friends and allies have been vocal in their condemnation of the decision.
Many argue that the party’s decision was unjust, and they are determined to make their voices heard.
However, political commentators are warning Nankhumwa to tread carefully on his journey, advising his supporters to steer clear of any acts that may result in ugly scenes and harm his political career.
It is worth noting that there is some disagreement among Nankhumwa’s supporters regarding the vigil at Page House.
Critics argue that it is inappropriate to target the residence of the party president, as Peter Mutharika was not directly responsible for Nankhumwa’s expulsion.
Therefore, they maintain that it would be misguided to direct their protest towards him.
Members from Nankhumwa’s camp have also expressed their disapproval of the planned vigil, suggesting that it lacks sincerity and good faith.
These dissensions highlight the complexity of the situation and the disagreements within Nankhumwa’s support base.
Despite attempts to reach out to Nankhumwa for his comments on the upcoming vigil, these efforts proved futile, as his phone was inaccessible.
The vigil is set to take place in the coming days, and tensions are mounting as both supporters and critics prepare for the event.
It remains to be seen how Nankhumwa’s expulsion from the DPP will continue to unfold and what impact this vigil will have on his political future.
