Former Petauke MP Emmanuel Jay Banda now in police custody

FORMER Petauke Member of Parliament Emmanuel Jay Banda is now in police custody after being apprehended.

Zambia Police Service Public Relations Officer Chipo Kaitisha confirmed to Mwebantu, that Banda is currently in the country and in police custody awaiting formal arrest and charging.

Police said further details will be provided in due course.

(Mwebantu, Friday, 16th October, 2026)