Former Malawi minister Abida Mia denies ordering a transformer's removal, calling the claim defamatory and blaming political rivals.

Abida Mia, former Malawi cabinet minister and MP, denies allegations she ordered the removal of a transformer at Mphungu Trading Centre after losing her seat in the September 16 elections. She calls the claims "defamatory" and says the move was a technical decision by ESCOM due to a faulty transformer and rising power demand. Mia asserts she had no role in the relocation and blames political opponents for spreading misinformation. ESCOM confirms the incident was misrepresented online and promises updates. The controversy highlights tensions over public infrastructure and political accountability following the DPP’s gains in southern Malawi.