LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-President Lazarus Chakwera has joined the general public in mourning veteran broadcaster Lucius Chikuni who died this week in Vl
In a condolences message to the bereaved family, Chakwera says the first couple is sadden over the passing of long-time diplomat and veteran broadcaster Lucius Chikuni.
The president however highlighted some achievements done by the iconic figure, among others as being the champion of change in transition the then Federal Broadcasting Corporation to Radio Malawi at the time of attaining self-rule in 1963 and to Malawi Broadcasting Corporation at the dawn of Malawi’s independence on 6th July, 1964.
“For over six decades, Mr. Chikuni has inspired hundreds of diplomats and media experts, leaving an indelible mark on our culture and nationhood,” the statement said.
Chakwera however lamented one of the remarkable achievements being the epic radio play “Adaferanji” that memorialises Chilembwe uplift and has aired on MBC on every Matyrs Day, 3rd March since the 1970s.
The first couple therefore wishes good lack to the long-lasting legacy of Lucius Chikuni to the generations that are coming.
