Govt. assures support to Chiefs

Northern Province Acting Permanent Secretary, Beauty Undi-Phiri has assured the Bemba Royal Establishment that government will continue supporting the welfare of Chiefs. Ms Undi-Phiri says traditional leaders play a vital role in governance hence the government will continue making every effort in ensuring that their welfare is taken care of. She made the remarks when she led a delegation of government officials when they paid a courtesy call on Chief Tungati at his palace in Luwingu District.

Ms Undi-Phiri hailed Chiefs for their role in governance and providing guidance on various matters affecting the people. “I want to assure you that government will do everything possible to support you during this period, your royal highness, you are key in the governance system and your welfare will always be government’s concern,” she assured. She explained that her office will get in touch with the Ministries of Local government and Health as they explore ways of taking the Chief to Lusaka to seek further medical attention.

And Chief Tungati of the Bemba people thanked government for the support it has continued to offer from the time he has been unwell. “Since December last, I have not been well, and government has been supportive, I am thankful for this,” he said.