In a dramatic political sweep that has left his rivals in stunned silence and his supporters drunk on victory, Homeland Security Minister Ezekiel Ching’oma has turned the Lilongwe East Constituency primaries into a one-man show—and the curtain hasn’t even fully risen yet.
After a fire-breathing mega rally at Chowo Community Ground—where he tore into political plotters daring to unseat him—Ching’oma stormed into the primary race like a man on a mission. And today, that mission was made crystal clear: to retake his parliamentary seat with thunder and authority. Armed with the power of incumbency and the commanding aura of a cabinet minister, Ching’oma made sure voters didn’t just hear him—they felt him.
When the dust settled, the numbers told the tale of a political juggernaut: Ching’oma secured an eye-popping 2,129 votes. His closest challenger, Young Nason Phiri, barely scratched the scoreboard with 144 votes. The rest—Lameck Chirwa (33), Christabel Kalemba (27), and Mzati Thunde (5)—were mere political shadows trailing behind.
“This is no longer a prediction—it’s a prophecy in motion,” whispered one party insider. “Ching’oma is not just contesting. He’s conquering.”
With this landslide, Ching’oma has not only reaffirmed his dominance over Lilongwe East but has also issued a chilling warning to any opposition daring to challenge him in the general election: sharpen your swords, but beware—the minister is coming, and he’s not here to negotiate.
As the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) watches its battlefield stretch into September, one thing is now beyond doubt—Ezekiel Ching’oma isn’t just on the ballot. He’s writing the script, directing the cast, and starring in the blockbuster that will be Lilongwe East’s return to Parliament.
