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There is a saying that goes, desperate times call for desperate measures. 

It is clear that some opposition forces within KwaZulu-Natal have become so desperate for power, that they would sling mud even when the ammunition they are trying to use is based only on lies, half-truths and inaccuracies.

I have taken note of posts by a faceless Baas Kruger on Facebook.

Ordinarily, I would not respond to such hogwash. But for posterity let me correct some misinformation.

Firstly, I am Honourable Muziwenkosi Blessed Gwala MPL. Member of the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the IFP, Member of the National Council (NC) of the IFP and the current National Chairperson of the IFP. I also serve as Chief Whip of the KZN legislature.

The role of the Chief Whip is clear in the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa and the Rules of the Legislature. A cursory google search will reveal the powers of the Chief Whip.

Furthermore, I am not a programming whip. Those who know how the Legislature operates, will understand that I have no power to block a debate or unilaterally amend or craft the programme of the KZN Legislature.

The motion of no confidence against the Premier of the Province of KwaZulu-Natal has been scheduled for 15 December 2025.

Maybe the MK and some other faceless forces should use the time to get-up to speed with the rules of the KZN Legislature. It will serve them well.

The faceless force also claims that the KZN Premier Hon Thami Ntuli is involved in corruption. If there are any proof to this effect, a case can be opened with relevant authorities. 

What the leadership of the IFP appreciates is that we are a united entity, a growing party, and fully behind the leadership of our President Hon VF Hlabisa, MP.

It is also evident for those with eyes to see that the Premier of KwaZulu-Natal has done great work in stabilising and growing KwaZulu-Natal, often under difficult circumstances. 

The R100 billion investment secured recently for the province, is case in point.

Furthermore, it is clear that Baas Kruger is trying to appease uMkhonto weSizwe with the publication of his lies. He is a serial beggar constantly asking for financial assistance from them, with a hope they would support him. It is clear that he has tried to tarnish my name and the IFP’s in order to receive financial compensation for a loaf of bread.

Moreover, it is clear that the armchair critics are on a campaign to paint a picture of a failed IFP and failed Premier, when the contrary is in fact true.

Baas Kruger is reminded that courts have ruled in favour of victims of defamation on social media. 

Issued by IFP National Chairperson Blessed Gwala