He accuses the president of bribing delegates before the BRU elections held on Saturday. Gilbert won with a big margin of 13-6 over Mhonda who was vying for the presidency. Mhonda told Mmegi Sport that he had expected the majority of clubs to vote for him, but things changed the night before elections. He said things changed when the team that was campaigning for Gilbert invited delegates for braai and drinks at Hogs Club on Friday night.
“I am personally inviting (at no cost to you!) the two nominated voting delegates from each affiliate to attend a social braai and drinks at the Hogs Club tomorrow, 19th February at 18.30. Please note this is a private function that is fully paid for by Team Gilbert. We can discuss in a relaxed informal atmosphere about all rugby issues and get to know each other better. I have arranged a bus to pick up and return everyone from the BNSC flat complex. I really look forward to seeing old friends again and hope you can all make it. There will be spot prizes handed out to some lucky delegates,” reads part of the invite to the delegates. Mhonda said the session was meant to convince delegates to vote for Gilbert. He said the event influenced the way voting went.
