Lusaka, July 24, 2024 . In a tragic turn of events, the Director General of the Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA), D.M. Guntilla Muleya, was found dead this morning near Palabana NAPSA Housing along a gravel road in the Njolwe area.
The discovery was made by a concerned member of the public who, on the evening of July 23, 2024, around 20:00 hours, noticed a vehicle, believed to be a Pajero, with its doors open. Shortly thereafter, two gunshots were heard. This morning, around 10:00 hours, while on his way to work, the same individual found Muleya’s body on the ground.
Upon receiving the report at approximately 10:30 hours, Woodlands Police promptly arrived at the scene. They found the victim with two bullet wounds: one on the back and one on the head, with a deep wound on the forehead. Two bullet cartridges were also recovered from the scene. An identity card found in Muleya’s pocket confirmed his identity as the Director General of the IBA.
A murder investigation has been launched, and police are actively working to gather more information. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Rae Hamoonga, the Police Public Relations Officer, assured the public that thorough efforts are being made to uncover the circumstances surrounding this heinous crime.
