MDC-T, NCA back Mujuru

Two political parties, the National Constitutional Assembly and the MDC-T have rallied to the defence of disgraced former Vice President Joice Mujuru who was fired, along with seven ministers linked to her attempt to depose the President, for behaviour inconsistent with her official responsibilities.

NCA leader Professor Lovemore Madhuku yesterday said he would today challenge the appointment of the two new Vice Presidents Emmerson Mnangagwa and Phelekezela Mphoko at the Constitutional Court saying President Mugabe is at law allowed to appoint only one VP.

Prof Madhuku and his political party are seeking the nullification of the recent appointments and the restoration of Joice Mujuru, saying the decision was unconstitutional.

Madhuku availed his founding affidavit yesterday, but said he will file the application today at the Constitutional Court.

The development comes as the MDC-T announced it would seek to impeach President Mugabe for firing Dr Mujuru.