AS we stated yesterday, the decision by the State to enter a consent judgement with former DPP Mutembo Nchito and to compensate him for the illegal removal from office has not settled well with some citizens. This is understood. After his dramatic arrest and detention, and the subsequent appointment of a new DPP, whatever happened at Mutembo’s tribunal became of little importance to many people. This is why they don’t appreciate what the State has done to end this matter. It is, however, important for our people to be reminded about how the Justice Annel Silungwe-tribunal conducted its business. When they set up that tribunal, an open hearing was held. After one hearing at Mulungushi Conference Centre where among other...

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