The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) says failure by the law enforcement agencies to act professionally and impartiality can lead to insecurity, voter intimidation and disruption of electoral processes. Assistant Lusaka District Electoral Officer, Victor Kagoli, says it is the role of law enforcement agencies to be disciplined and responsible as they execute their duties. The media reports that Mr Kagoli further notes that attaining a credible election calls for the input of law enforcement agencies as a stakeholder.
He said this at Nakatindi Hall in Lusaka today when he addressed police officers ahead of the forthcoming Chawama Parliamentary by – election slated for Thursday, January 15, 2026. Mr Kagoli has commended the men and women in uniform for the peaceful campaign atmosphere in Chawama. The Chawama Parliamentary seat was declared vacant by Speaker of the National Assembly, Nelly Mutti, following the long absence of Member of Parliament, Tasila Lungu from parliamentary sessions. The ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) is battling it out alongside eight other opposition candidates, independent included.
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