By Misheck Kauma
A heated debate erupted in Parliament on Tuesday as Member of Parliament Billy Kaunda expressed outrage over the government’s decision to divert a development project in his constituency.
Kaunda, representing Mzimba West, questioned the Minister of Homeland Security, Ken Zikhale Ng’oma, about the sudden change in plans to construct police houses at Kafukule police station.
The project, initially intended for Kafukule, was diverted to Euthini police post, sparking concerns among locals and chiefs in the area.
“I spoke to the Northern Region Commissioner of Police and the Deputy Inspector General of Police, but they denied any changes. However, the rumors persist, and the people are disappointed,” Kaunda said.
He alleged that the government had downgraded Kafukule police station from a full station to a post, while upgrading Euthini, in a different constituency, to a full station.
Minister Ng’oma promised to provide a statement on the matter but did not specify when.
Kaunda emphasized that the people of Mzimba West were expecting the development, which would help minimize crime in the area.
