The Ali Family, in response to the violence and disorder that occurred during the burial of their daughter Moreblessing, who was m_rdered by incarcerated Pius Jamba in 2022, has issued a statement condemning the acts.
Additionally, they have indicated their intention to take legal action against the perpetrators. Below is the Statement
Statement Regarding the Violence at Moreblessing Ali’s burial.
We, the members of the Ali family, express our profound disapproval of the violent incidents that unfolded during the burial of our dear family member, Moreblessing Ali, on March 2, 2024. Our original intent was to bid farewell to our relative with the utmost dignity and without the distressing scenes we unfortunately witnessed.
Our family firmly maintained the position that Moreblessing Ali’s interment would not proceed until our family lawyer, Honorable Job Sikhala, was released from prison. We had engaged Hon. Sikhala to represent us when we were in the dark about Moreblessing Ali’s whereabouts following her disappearance in May 2022. His legal expertise guided us through the intricate legal landscape, enabling us to seek answers about our relative’s fate.
We patiently awaited Hon. Sikhala’s release, recognizing the sacrifices he made on behalf of our family. As a united family, we convened multiple meetings to ensure that the unfortunate events of June 14, 2022, would not recur. Our collective decision was clear: Moreblessing Ali’s burial would adhere strictly to the family’s wishes and desires.
Politics, party affiliations, slogans, and any interference with the family’s intentions were categorically prohibited. The funeral program would unfold according to our internal arrangements. Regrettably, certain individuals disrupted the solemnity of the occasion by injecting politics and slogans into the proceedings.
Their actions led to violence and insults, which we find utterly unacceptable. Furthermore, some even took it upon themselves to dictate the funeral program, disregarding the family’s expressed wishes. As a family, we have taken the necessary steps to involve law enforcement in addressing the disruptive behavior during our loved one’s funeral. It is crucial that we curb this behavior promptly to foster a culture of respect for funerals and memorial services. The inhumane, insensitive, and reprehensible actions witnessed have deeply affected our family. Washington Ali Family spokesperson.
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