Wicknell Chivayo defends President Mnangagwa against threats from war veteran Blessed ‘Bombshell’ Geza, who is leading calls for protests due to alleged government corruption. Chivayo labels these actions as un-Zimbabwean and terroristic, urging citizens to maintain peace and stability. He warns against factionalism within the ruling Zanu PF party and encourages respect for party leadership while awaiting potential future changes after 2028.
In recent events, Wicknell Chivayo has emerged to defend President Emmerson Mnangagwa against threats posed by war veteran Blessed ‘Bombshell’ Geza and his supporters, who are demanding the president’s resignation due to allegations of corruption. The proposed nationwide protests by Geza have prompted the government to mobilize security forces in anticipation of potential unrest.
Chivayo criticized Geza’s political influence, labeling him as a failed politician whose calls for uprising are unrepresentative of Zimbabwean values. He stated, “Zimbabwe is a peaceful nation, known for its educated and responsible citizens… The reckless call for an illegal uprising and incitement to violence is totally unZimbabwean.” He emphasized the need for unity among peaceful citizens to reject such provocations.
Geza has threatened Chivayo, accusing him of benefiting from corruption related to government contracts. The controversy stems from Chivayo’s involvement in securing a US$100 million tender from the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission to assist in the 2023 elections. Tensions escalated with incidents of vehicle arson linked to Geza’s threats against prominent business figures.
Chivayo declared the planned protests as acts of terrorism, stating that transitioning from peaceful demonstrations to violence constitutes treasonous behavior. He urged citizens to disregard the protest calls, making it clear that genuine patriots should focus on their everyday lives instead.
Chivayo further highlighted internal conflicts within the ruling Zanu PF party, noting President Mnangagwa’s stern warnings during a recent Central Committee meeting. He advised would-be political contenders to respect the current leadership and await the end of Mnangagwa’s term in 2028.
He remarked, “When that time comes, I personally will support whoever has been democratically elected to ensure we keep Zanu PF as the ruling party forever and ever.”
The recent protests called by Blessed ‘Bombshell’ Geza against President Emmerson Mnangagwa have heightened tensions within Zimbabwe’s political landscape. Wicknell Chivayo, defending the president, denounced Geza’s actions as unrepresentative of Zimbabwean values and characterized the protests as terrorism. Amidst this turmoil, Chivayo urges citizens to focus on stability and regards the power transition as contingent upon established party protocols following Mnangagwa’s term.
Original Source: www.newzimbabwe.com
