Mugabe the only God chosen leader of Zimbabwe says police graduates

Police graduates in Harare yesterday declaring allegiance to President Robert Mugabe whom they described, in rehearsed worship recitations, as "the only God-chosen leader of Zimbabwe".

They promised Mugabe that they would effectively deal with people that attempted to disturb the constitutional referendum and the subsequent elections.

"You are our God-chosen leader and we hereby stand by you and remind the EU (European Union) and its allies that they can rule the rest of the world but not Zimbabwe anymore. Long live Gushungo," the recruits chanted in unison.

"We promise that we will spread the revolutionary gospel and as we prepare for the referendum and national elections, the environment will remain peaceful. Those bent on causing mayhem, be warned, the long arm of the law will catch up with you."

Mugabe, however, urged them to be impartial as they went about their duties to maintain law and order.

He told them to create an atmosphere that allowed Zimbabweans to freely vote for political parties and leaders of their choice. He described as "dirty minds" people that sought to tarnish the constitution-making process.

Mugabe's address was a gospel of peace and fair elections. He urged the police to operate within the confines of the law "in order to nurture congenial relations with the communities that you serve . . . you owe your existence to Zimbabwe and the Zimbabweans."

He also said he was aware of the difficulties under which the police force operated and promised government would do what it could to address the challenges.

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