Mugabe is Jesus Christ, he has given himself to crucifixion

ZANU-PF Senator Tapera Machingaifa caused a stir in the upper house this past week after he likened President Robert Mugabe to Jesus Christ adding the veteran leader has, similarly, given himself to crucifixion.

Machingaifa was contributing to a motion which had been moved by a fellow Zanu-PF legislator to congratulate the 92-year-old leader on his "successful completion of concurrent terms as African Union and SADC chairpersons".

Machingaifa, chose to be controversial, further applauding the veteran leader for his kindness which saw Senators "grow bellies" after being elected as MPs.

The Mashonaland West politician described Mugabe as a strong leader who has given himself to crucifixion by the West for his bold stance against homosexuals.

"The President is a brave leader whom I liken to Jesus Christ; he is carrying the cross just like our Lord Jesus did when he died on the cross for our sins," he said.

"Our Lord Jesus Christ died for our sins; today the President is suffering on our behalf, and I have not erred on that regard," he said.

"Six months after getting into Parliament, we now spot big bellies; how many years has he (Mugabe) led this country yet he has not heard the opportunity to grow his belly because he will be busy leading this country."

Machingaifa further described Mugabe as a brilliant leader who has impressed fellow Africans to a point of wanting him to continue being AU chair.