By Twink Jones Gadama
Former President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika on Sunday invoked the biblical prophecy of Daniel 5:24 to predict the downfall of the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP) government, saying it has been “weighed in the balance and found wanting.”
Speaking during the official opening of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) convention in Blantyre, Mutharika likened the MCP government to that of Belshazzar, whose kingdom was divided and given to the Medes and Persians after being found wanting.
“Just as Belshazzar’s kingdom was divided and given to the Medes and Persians, so shall Lazarus Chakwera’s government be divided among DPP, UDF, and UTM in next year’s elections,” Mutharika declared, sending the crowd into a frenzy.
“Mene Mene Tekel Upharsin – God hath numbered thy kingdom, and finished it. Thou art weighed in the balances, and art found wanting.
Thy kingdom is divided, and given to the Medes and Persians,” Mutharika recited the biblical verse, applying it to the MCP government.
Mutharika’s remarks come at a time when the MCP government is facing criticism for its handling of the economy, corruption, and human rights abuses.
The former president’s prediction of the government’s downfall is likely to resonate with many Malawians who are disenchanted with the current administration.
“The MCP government has failed to deliver on its promises, and it’s time for change.
We are ready to take over and restore sanity in this country,” Mutharika said, as the crowd cheered.
The DPP convention is expected to elect new office bearers, including the party’s presidential candidate for next year’s elections.
Mutharika’s speech was seen as a clear indication that he is ready to take on the MCP government and lead the DPP to victory.
“We are not just electing office bearers today, we are choosing leaders who will take this country forward.
We are choosing leaders who will restore the dignity of this nation,” Mutharika said.
The convention is also expected to discuss the party’s strategy for next year’s elections, including possible alliances with other parties.
“We are open to working with other parties who share our vision for this country.
We want to form a government that will truly represent the interests of Malawians,” Mutharika said.
As the DPP convention continues, all eyes are on the party’s leadership to see how they will navigate the complex political landscape ahead of next year’s elections.
One thing is certain, however – the MCP government is facing a tough challenge from the DPP, and only time will tell who will emerge victorious.
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