June 13, (THEWILL)- The President of Zambia, Edgar Lungi, collapsed on Sunday during the 45th Defence Force Day Commemoration and Investiture ceremony.
The Principal Private Secretary to the President, Simon Miti, who confirmed the development on Sunday, said the President recovered immediately.
The statement read, “The President of the Republic of Zambia, Dr. Edgar Chagwa Lungu, this afternoon experienced sudden dizziness whilst officiating at the 45th Defence Force Day Commemoration and Investiture Ceremony.
“His Excellency recovered immediately and walked to the official car and returned to his residence at State House.
“The President wishes to assure the general public and all concerned citizens and the international community that he is well and has continued to discharge his duties as Head of State, Government and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Force.”
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