Special Presidential Investment Advisor to President Emmerson Mnangagwa, Paul Tungwarara, claimed that the President was appointed by God to lead Zimbabwe.
He made the controversial remarks while addressing ZANU PF supporters at the Manicaland Presidential Empowerment Fund disbursement ceremony in Mutare on Sunday.
Tungwarara, who in recent weeks has been rallying support for Mnangagwa, said that his principal, like himself, had been chosen by the Almighty for leadership. He said:
“There is no doubt that President (Emmerson) Mnangagwa was chosen by God to rule. The moment he (Mnangagwa) leaves, l will also pack my bags and go. That is loyalty, l stand with the President, his two vice presidents, his ministers and advisors.
“I am saying this because there are rumours circulating to the effect that l want to takeover from my father (Mnangagwa).
“I am not a mentally deranged to plot to takeover from my father’s role when he is still in that position.”
ZANU PF National Commissar Munyaradzi Machacha and Provincial Affairs Minister Misheck Mugadza were among the high-ranking party officials who attended the event.
Several affiliated groups received varying amounts of money, including Boyz DzaMudhara, Crossborders4ED, Pastors 4ED, and Hairdressers 4ED, among others.
