DPP Director of Youth Norman Chisale says he has been arrested enough: “What wrong have i done to you people?”

By Burnett Munthali

The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Director of Youth, Norman Chisale, has expressed frustration over what he describes as continuous and unwarranted arrests, declaring that he has now had enough. Speaking passionately to reporters, Chisale questioned the motives behind his repeated arrests, which he claims have become a tool of harassment by the authorities.

“How many times do I have to be arrested? Is it not enough already?” Chisale asked. “What wrong have I done to you people?”

Chisale, a key figure in the DPP and once a close aide to former President Peter Mutharika, has faced several legal battles in recent years, including charges related to corruption and abuse of office. However, Chisale insists that these arrests are politically motivated, designed to tarnish his image and weaken his standing in the political arena.

During the press briefing, Chisale expressed his frustration over the repeated targeting of DPP members and allies by the current government. He argued that the arrests are part of a broader campaign to suppress opposition voices and intimidate those who refuse to align with the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP) government.

“I am not a criminal, and I refuse to be treated like one,” he said. “These arrests are not about justice; they are about silencing the opposition and instilling fear in anyone who dares to challenge the status quo.”

Chisale’s legal troubles have been a major talking point in Malawian politics, with his supporters viewing him as a victim of political persecution, while his critics argue that he must face the law for the alleged crimes. The Director of Youth, however, maintains that he has been targeted simply because of his association with the DPP and former President Mutharika.

“I have served this country, and I have always respected the law. Yet, I find myself being dragged to court again and again. How much longer must this continue?” he questioned.

Despite his legal challenges, Chisale remains a significant figure within the DPP, where he is seen as a potential future leader of the party. His arrests have galvanized support among some party members, who believe he is being unfairly victimized by the current administration.

In closing his remarks, Chisale called for justice and fairness, urging the authorities to stop using the legal system as a tool for political vendettas.

“I have had enough of these arrests. If I have done wrong, let it be proven in court. But if this is just about politics, then let it end. The people of Malawi deserve better than this,” Chisale declared.

As the political climate in Malawi continues to heat up, Chisale’s case remains a focal point in the ongoing debate about justice, corruption, and the use of state power in Malawi’s fragile democracy. Whether his plea for fairness will be heard or if the arrests will continue remains to be seen.