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Yeremia Chihana eyes return to Parliament via Rumphi Central seat

MaraviPost

…Former Mzimba North legislator expresses intent to contest in Rumphi Central under the AFORD ticket following the appointment of Enock Chihana as Malawi’s Second Vice President.

MZUZU-(MaraviPost)-Former Member of Parliament for Mzimba North Constituency, Yeremia Chihana, has confirmed his intention to contest for the Rumphi Central parliamentary seat under the Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) ticket.

This announcement comes in the wake of recent political developments that saw AFORD leader Enock Chihana, who previously held the Rumphi Central seat, being appointed as the country’s Second Vice President.

Yeremia Chihana’s declaration signals a potential political comeback after years away from the National Assembly.

He revealed that his decision was motivated by calls from traditional leaders and community members in Rumphi, particularly those from Chikwawa and Chozoli areas, who have urged him to return and represent their interests in Parliament.

According to Chihana, the appeals from the people of Rumphi Central reflect their confidence in his leadership and his track record of service during his time as a Member of Parliament.

“While I am ready to contest, I will wait for the outcome of internal discussions within my party, AFORD, before making a final decision,” he said.

His remarks indicate a cautious but deliberate approach as he awaits official guidance from the AFORD leadership regarding candidate selection for the upcoming by-election.

Political analysts believe Yeremia Chihana’s re-entry into active politics could strengthen AFORD’s presence in the Northern Region, particularly in constituencies where the party has historically enjoyed strong support.

The Rumphi Central seat became vacant following Enock Chihana’s elevation to the Vice Presidency, a development that has reshaped AFORD’s internal political dynamics.

If confirmed as the party’s candidate, Yeremia Chihana will be seeking to build on AFORD’s legacy in the region while addressing the developmental needs of Rumphi Central’s constituents.

Observers say his return could also reignite interest in AFORD’s broader political strategy as the party positions itself for a stronger showing in the 2025 general elections.

For now, Yeremia Chihana has assured his supporters that he remains committed to serving the people and will continue to engage in consultations as the nomination process unfolds.

Law and order, Malawi

“Chakwera is abusing his Presidential powers on ACB”-Chihana

Maravi Post Reporter

By Dorica Mtenje

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Alliance for Democracy (AFORD)’s Mzimba North lawmaker, Yeremia Chihana has condemned President Chakwera for ordering the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) Director to be reporting to him.

Chihana made the remarks on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 in the August house during his contribution on the State Of Nation Address (SONA).

Chihana said Chakwera is abusing his power as the ACB is suppose to work independently by reporting to Parliament not to him as per recent order from the President.

He added that government underplayed the case of ACB leaked audio because it involved the government.

Chihana said if ACB was acting independently, government could have launched an investigation to find out who released the audio as it is was breach of privacy.

The lawmaker also said recently, the house of Director of ACB was broken into leading to the disappearance of the laptop which is believed to be harboring some sensitive information and nothing has been done until today.

He also condemned the Attorney General (AG) for over exercising his power by interfering to issues beyond his office citing that the AG seem to be backing thieves by the introduction of amnesty which is against our own laws.