Meanwhile, former President Lungu, addressing the situation in a speech that was intended for the memorial service, called on well-meaning Zambians to defend the constitution and democracy in honor of Tutwa Ngulube’s memory.

Source: https://www.lusakatimes.com/2023/12/10/silavwe-questions-police-role-in-canceling-tutwa-ngulubes-memorial-service/

President Lungu and his entourage were received by Northmead Assemblies of God Bishop Joshua Banda.

Source: https://www.faceofmalawi.com/2023/10/20/zambia-ex-president-edgar-lungu-attends-funeral-ceremony-of-archbishop-peter-ndlovu-see-photos/

They vehemently advocated for Vedanta to leave Zambia and as a listening leader that President Lungu is, he heeded their calls and KCM was liquidated.

Source: https://www.lusakatimes.com/2023/02/18/dogs-and-vomit-the-case-of-mine-unions/