20 November 2007

The IFP has rejected the suggestions, entirely concocted by the media, that Dr Lionel Mtshali faces sanctions from his own party for leading and later retracting an attack against KwaZulu Natal Premier Sibusiso Ndebele. 

"Dr Mtshali commands the respect and trust of the IFP's National Executive Committee in his capacity as Leader of the Official Opposition in KwaZulu Natal. Dr Mtshali is a man of principle and as such is naturally feared by the ruling party. What more could a Leader of the Official Opposition desire?" - said IFP Secretary-General Reverend Musa Zondi. 

The IFP has long valued Dr Mtshali's fearless and tireless work in exposing instances of maladministration, fraud and corruption in the provincial government. "The ANC's efforts at undermining Dr Mtshali's position, often conducted through the news-seeking media, are in themselves a recognition of his stature and effectiveness as Leader of the Official Opposition," said Reverend Zondi. 

Contact: Revered Musa Zondi, 083 440 5966