By Munacho Gwamanda-A faction of war veterans aligned with Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, has issued a bold ultimatum to President Emmerson Mnangagwa, demanding his immediate resignation.
The group, led by activist and former ZANU-PF member Blessing Geza, has warned Mnangagwa that he risks being ousted in the same manner as the late Robert Mugabe, who was forced out of office through a military coup in 2017.
Geza, who has been vocal about Mnangagwa’s alleged misgovernance, corruption, and push for an unconstitutional third term, has become a thorn in the president’s side.
He has accused Mnangagwa of reneging on a supposed gentlemen’s agreement with Chiwenga, in which the presidency was expected to rotate after two terms.
However, Mnangagwa’s refusal to step down has sparked growing tensions within ZANU-PF, with factions now openly expressing their dissatisfaction.
The calls for Mnangagwa’s resignation come in the wake of Vice President Chiwenga’s speech at the National Heroes Acre last week, where he made a thinly veiled attack on corrupt businessmen linked to the president.
Chiwenga, who played a crucial role in the 2017 coup, warned against individuals using state resources for personal enrichment, a remark widely interpreted as targeting Mnangagwa’s close associates, including his sons and powerful business allies.
Sources within the security sector suggest that Mnangagwa and his inner circle are growing increasingly anxious.
“The president received the message loud and clear. He is now panicking, and so is his family. His sons have been placed under heightened state security as fears grow over potential moves against them,” a senior government source revealed.
As tensions escalate, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has issued a press statement seeking the arrest of Geza, also known as “Bombshell,” on multiple criminal charges.
According to the ZRP statement released on February 12, 2025, Geza is wanted for alleged theft, undermining the authority of the president, and incitement to commit public violence.
The charges, however, are widely seen as politically motivated, aimed at silencing one of the most vocal critics of Mnangagwa’s leadership.
Geza’s supporters argue that the accusations are trumped-up charges meant to neutralize him ahead of a potential showdown within ZANU-PF.
“This is a classic tactic of the Mnangagwa regime—using the police to silence those who expose corruption and demand accountability,” said a war veteran aligned with Chiwenga’s camp.