By Mercy Kamanga

ZOMBA-(MaraviPost)-President Lazarus Chakwera on Thursday, March 3, 2022 urged Malawians to be patriotic for promotion of peace and development in the country.

The President Chakwera made the appeal during the memorial ceremony of the freedom fighters which took place in Nkhatabay district.

Chakwera also urged Malawians to prevent corruption saying it distracts country’s economy.

“Patriotism means standing up to the destructive forces that frightened the ecosystem of our nation, standing up to the device forces that frightened up unity and peace.”

Yearly, Malawi celebrates Martyrs Day that falls on March 3.