SPEAKER of the National Assembly Nelly Mutti yesterday ruled Mambilima PF member of parliament Jean Chisenga out of order for saying that the House should focus on serious matters like mealie meal prices rather than discussing former president Edgar Lungu’s statement. Meanwhile, Speaker Mutti has directed Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security Jack Mwiimbu to issue a statement on Lungu’s remarks that President Hakainde Hichilema may give up power before 2026. Rising on a matter of urgent public importance, Thursday, Chisenga said the House should discuss important matters unlike focusing on the statement made by Lungu. “Thank you, Madam Speaker, for giving me an opportunity to rise on a matter of urgent public importance. This one, Madam Speaker, is...

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