‘We Will Sort You Out’: Eden Law Student Blames Copperbelt Youths After Stones Rain on Hichilema’s Rally
Eden University law student Obvious Summerton Mwaliteta has issued a fiery warning to Copperbelt youths, vowing to “sort them out.”
His remarks came hours after President Hakainde Hichilema was forced to cut short his speech in Chingola when a stone-throwing mob disrupted the event.
President Hichilema had travelled to Chiwempala Market on Saturday to address residents and announce a K10 million donation to support traders affected by a recent fire.
However, the rally descended into chaos when unidentified individuals began shouting and hurling stones towards the podium.
Security personnel swiftly shielded the President and escorted him away before any injuries were reported.
According to Tuko News, the attackers were believed to be illegal miners, locally known as “jerabos,” who chanted “Senseli” before launching the projectiles.
The President’s speech was abruptly terminated, and the event ended in panic, drawing widespread condemnation and raising concerns over political tensions in the Copperbelt.
Reacting to the incident, Mwaliteta accused youths in the region of entitlement and indiscipline.
“People in Copperbelt should not think this country is theirs. We will sort you out, wait,” he said.
He further warned that he would mobilise his own youths to confront those responsible for the disruption.
Mwaliteta, who recently passed his GCE with six points and enrolled at Eden University, criticised the conduct of Copperbelt youths, stating that their behaviour undermines national unity.
“Your laziness will take you nowhere,” he added, urging young people to respect leadership and focus on development.
The incident has also reignited debate over the political motives behind market fires.
Historian Dr Sishuwa Sishuwa recently alleged that the ruling United Party for National Development may be deliberately burning markets to create donation opportunities for President Hichilema — a claim that has sparked controversy and divided public opinion.
As investigations into the Chingola attack continue, observers are calling for calm and accountability.
The President’s office has yet to issue a formal statement, but the event has intensified scrutiny over rising tensions in the Copperbelt and the political climate surrounding youth mobilisation.
