Former United Democratic Front (UDF) President Atupele Muluzi has described his endorsement ahead of the 2025 Presidential polls as undemocratic.
Muluzi’s sentiments comes barely a week after UDF National Executive Meeting (NEC) reportedly endorsed him during a political rally at Makalanga CCAP Ground in Blantyre last weekend.
Writing on his official Facebook page the young Muluzi said he resigned on the post two years ago to ensure a fair and level playing field for all candidates vying for positions at the elective conference.
“I made the decision to step down as President of UDF two years ago to ensure a fair and level playing field for all candidates vying for positions, including the presidency, at the UDF Convention in August 2024. As a firm believer in democracy, I stand by the principles that guide our political processes.
“It is imperative to highlight that the idea of the UDF NEC endorsing me as a Presidential Candidate is contrary to democratic values. Such actions not only undermine the essence of democracy but also diminish the authority of political party elective conferences and the aspirations of other individuals seeking the presidential role. It is crucial that we uphold and promote intra-party democracy within our political organizations,” said Muluzi.
Effort to talk to UDF-NEC officials proved futile.
