Party leaders had approached me multiple times, urging me to throw her hat into the ring. - Abida Sidik Mia

I pleaded with the UN and the US government for more help as the country is trying to recover after being hit hard by the ravaging Cyclone Freddy which has left hundreds of people dead and thousands more displaced due heavy rains and landslides.

As I step into this role, I continue to reaffirm my unwavering and unending loyalty and dedication to our President, His Excellency Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera, and our party. Our collective mission remains clear: to work tirelessly and with unity of purpose in assisting our President to renew his Presidential mandate in the coming year.

The appointment as the 2nd Deputy President of MCP reasserts the party’s unwavering commitment to the principles of Inclusive leadership regardless of gender.