👉 LUSAKA, ZAMBIA – Former First Lady Esther Lungu has scored a major legal victory after the Court of Appeal stayed the judgment of the Economic and Financial Crimes Court at the Lusaka High Court, effectively restoring her control over her 15 double-storey flats worth over K61 million.
The properties, located in Lusaka’s upscale State Lodge area, were recently forfeited to the state following a ruling that declared them as “tainted.” However, in a dramatic turn of events, the Court of Appeal has granted a stay of execution, allowing Mrs Lungu to retain possession of the valuable assets while her appeal is under review.
🔎 Legal Battle Unfolds
The former First Lady had previously lost her properties to the state after the Economic and Financial Crimes Court ruled that the assets were linked to alleged unlawful activities. Unhappy with the decision, Mrs Lungu swiftly filed an appeal, challenging the forfeiture.
In a decisive ruling, the Court of Appeal has now put the initial judgment on hold, pending the final outcome of the appeal. This means that Mrs Lungu remains the rightful owner of the properties until the matter is fully resolved.
💬 What’s Next?
Legal experts say the appeal process could take months to conclude, as both sides are expected to present further evidence and arguments. Mrs Lungu’s legal team is optimistic about the outcome, while state prosecutors are expected to vigorously defend the forfeiture order.
🚨 Public Reaction
The news has sparked intense public debate, with supporters of the former First Lady celebrating the ruling as a win for justice, while critics question the integrity of the legal process.
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