The Police Public Service Commission (PPCC) has found two police officers from Ngwerere Police Station guilty in a matter involving alleged police brutality against Zambian music artist and human rights activist Maiko Zulu.
In a press release dated Monday, 30th March 2026, Maiko Zulu confirmed that the PPCC has recommended to the Inspector General of Police that disciplinary action be taken against the two officers after the Commission found merit in his complaint.
Maiko explained that the matter relates to an incident that occurred on 17th August 2023 along Great East Road, where officers from Ngwerere Police Station allegedly verbally and physically assaulted him while carrying out Presidential Route Lining duties.
According to Maiko Zulu, part of the PPCC ruling dated 17th March 2026 stated that the Commission found merit in his complaint of harassment and loss of property against Reserve Sergeant Brian Kunda (No. 17447) and Reserve Sergeant Nicholas Chilima (No. 13876).
The Commission cited several reasons, including allegations that the officers grabbed and forcefully pulled him out of his car, switched off the engine, and forcefully removed the key from the ignition, which resulted in the loss of his car key. The Commission further found that Reserve Sergeant Brian Kunda allegedly used abusive language, deleted evidence from a video recording, and that both officers failed to identify themselves.
The PPCC has also recommended to the Inspector General of Police to direct the Officer Commanding Lusaka Division to resolve the issue of Maiko Zulu’s missing property.
Meanwhile, the Commission exonerated Constable Emmanuel Sinyanwe (No. 47399), stating that he did not take part in the alleged harassment.
Reacting to the development, Maiko Zulu said the case should serve as a reminder to all police officers that the uniform they wear is not personal property and that their actions must always serve the public interest. He further claimed that many innocent citizens have suffered at the hands of overzealous and untrained officers.
Maiko also urged citizens not to remain silent when abused by law enforcement officers, encouraging the public to seek justice even when the process takes long.
“No matter how hard and how long it takes, seek justice because no matter how you run away from the law, one day it will surely catch up on you,” he stated.
The activist further praised oversight institutions such as the PPCC, saying they play a critical role in ensuring accountability within the police service.