GANGSTERISM IN THE AUGUST HOUSE? SULEMAN’S SICK MOTIVE

The yesterday’s incident involving opposition agents, notably led by Sameer Suleman of the DPP, at the National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA) warehouse in Kanengo raises serious concerns about the integrity of our parliamentarians and the state of political discourse in Malawi.

Their reckless actions demonstrate not only a lack of respect for the law but also a troubling inclination toward sensationalism over substantive governance.

A propaganda-propagating gang unlawfully breached the security of an NFRA facility, claiming to expose alleged illicit activities associated with the National Registration Bureau (NRB).

Their assertions went beyond mere political show; they accused the NRB of secretly producing national IDs for voter registration, channeling their frustrations into a bizarre spectacle designed to stir public fear and discontent.

Let us be clear: the breach of security at a government facility is not just a political stunt; it is a criminal act. It undermines the rule of law and sets a dangerous precedent for how dissent is articulated in our democracy. While it is essential for opposition parties to hold the government accountable, doing so through unlawful acts and baseless accusations is not only childish but also a disservice to the very democratic principles they purport to uphold.

What followed next was equally disheartening. Instead of taking responsibility for their actions, these opposition agents sought refuge within the parliamentary process: When their sensational mode submitted to realities of the legit and innocent nature of business at the facility, they thought of how to get away with the criminal breach and vandalism that they had already done: They went to parliament to demand that NRB be brought to the House to explain. The Deputy Speaker quizzed them on how that would be done and they failed to guide the House.

They then demanded the Homeland security minister to address them and before the Minister could grab the mic, they disturbed him and told the Deputy Speaker to curtail debate saying: “Basi nkhani yatha!” Really?

In their desperation, they resorted to interrupting the Homeland Security Minister before he could present his viewpoint. Their shouts of “basi nkhani yatha!” (the matter is settled!) suggest an not only unwillingness to have the truth known to the public which they misled, but also fear for a rational debate that would expose their stupidity and malice. Such behavior is not just disrespectful; it is an affront to the sanctity of our august House.

Yesterday’s spectacle reveals a broader pattern of the opposition’s political behavior that seeks to sensationalize issues rather than substantiate claims with facts. This trend toward theatrical politics, coupled with a propensity for propaganda, is not only awful but also detrimental to the advancement of meaningful dialogue in Malawi. Citizens deserve better than the ongoing circus of accusations and distractions.

Political accountability is a cornerstone of democracy.

However, it must be pursued through lawful, constructive channels that foster discussion, illuminate issues, and contribute positively to governance.

Instead, we, especially with the opposition dominated by loudmouth idiots positioning themselves for influence, find ourselves witnessing a group more interested in cultivating toxic fame than in addressing the real challenges facing our nation.

This, from where I am standing, is diabolic and sickly.