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Article: Zambian president calls for lifting of Chiluba's immunity
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- Xinhua News Agency
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- July 11, 2002
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Zambian president calls for lifting of Chiluba's immunity
LUSAKA, July 11 (Xinhua) -- Zambian President Levy Mwanawasa
Thursday disclosed glaring embezzlement of huge public funds by
former president Frederick Chiluba's administration.
Addressing a special session of parliament, Mwanawasa challenged
parliament to exercise its constitutional powers regarding the issue
of lifting the former president's immunities.
"It is unfortunate that some leaders are saying I must lift Dr
Frederick Chiluba's immunity. It is the prerogative of this House. It
is up to you to take action. I have offered you the facts," said
Mwanawasa.
"They (Chiluba and senior aides) must answer certain charges, ...