The MDC president was reportedly denied access to see the jailed legislator Job Sikhala in Masvingo today. Chamisa who is in Masvingo for a rally today had gone to visit his MP when he was reportedly denied access to see Job Sikhala. According to Dr P Ruhanya’s tweet, this happened about 3 hours ago before the rally started.
Prison officials at Masvingo Remand Prison deny @nelsonchamisa access to see Hon Job Sikhala! pic.twitter.com/4JFkgET0rs
— Pedzisai Ruhanya (@PedzisaiRuhanya) July 14, 2019
Sikhala was jailed last week on treason charges after he was quoted saying the MDC will “overthrow the government” which the state is claiming is a treasonous statement. He will apply for bail at Masvingo High court tomorrow.
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