UN Boss congratulates Zambia for peaceful, orderly elections

UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon has congratulated the people of Zambia for the peaceful and orderly presidential, parliamentary and local elections.

Zambia's President Edgar Lungu was re-elected on Thursday but media reports say his main rival alleges electoral fraud.

Mr., Ban Ki-moon recalled the democratic transition he witnessed during his 2012 visit to the country.

The UN Boss reminded all parties, especially political leaders and supporters, of their responsibility to reject violence and refrain from the use of inflammatory and incendiary language.

Mr. Ban said he remained committed to supporting Zambia's democratic governance and sustainable development.

SOURCE: UN Radio