MONGU MAYOR SUSPENDED

 

By Patricia Male

Mongu Mayor Nyambe Muyumbana has been suspended for 6 months for lowering the integrity of the council, misuse of council property and abuse of position and privileges.

This follows a special council meeting held yesterday called through a petition as provided for by the Local Government Act No. 2 of 2019.

The meeting was to discuss the conduct of the mayor in regard to lowering the integrity of the council, misuse of council property and abuse of position and privileges.

Mongu Town Clerk Oliver Muuka has confirmed the suspension, saying after a heated debate, it was resolved to that Mr. Muyumbana be suspended in accordance with the standing orders of the Local Government Act No. 2 of 2019.

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