Defaulting BDP members put on notice

Nkate told members at last week's National Council meeting to pay up or face heavy penalties. He said it is regrettable that BDP MPs and councillors owe the party a lot of money. "A lot of our councillors and MPs are in arrears of their monthly contributions, yet they want to continue to be called members in good standing," he said. He expressed surprise that members and branches are not willing to pay their dues as agreed.

Nkate also warned party members suspected of hiding membership cards from the owners. He announced that the party is caught in a card hoarding exercise. "Anyone who is seen doing this must be reported to the relevant structures immediately," he stated. He criticised party members for taking their grievances to the media.