The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has expressed strong disapproval of the removal of one of its councillors, Charles Musiyalike, claiming the decision undermines constitutional principles.
According to the party, the action taken by the Minister of Urban and Rural Development, James Sankwasa, allegedly violates Article 28 of the Namibian Constitution, which governs the powers and functions of local authority structures.
In a letter delivered by IPC’s Regional General Secretary and Member of Parliament, Rodrick Likando, the party accused Sankwasa of acting unlawfully and warned that such interference could set a dangerous precedent.
“The removal of our duly elected councillor is unconstitutional and an affront to democratic governance,” Likando stated while reading Musiyalike’s letter.
Musiyalike, who served as an IPC councillor before his removal, expressed deep concern over what he called “political victimization” and vowed to challenge the decision through the appropriate legal channels.
Party to Seek Legal Recourse
The IPC leadership confirmed that it is exploring legal options to overturn the minister’s decision and safeguard what it describes as “the sanctity of elected positions.”
Political analysts have warned that the dispute could escalate tensions between the government and opposition parties, particularly at the regional and local governance levels.
