Chakwera mourns ‘Soldier’ Lucius Banda, says Malawi has been robbed Ambassador of the poor

President Dr Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera says he is deeply saddened by the passing of Lucius Banda, popularly known in a music industry as Soldier.

Speaking at Balaka Stadium during the funeral service, Minister of Local Government, Unity and Culture, Richard Chimwendo Banda who delivered the condolences message on behalf of Chakwera said Lucius Banda was a distinguished statesman who dedicated his life to serve the betterment of his people and the nation through his wise music.