‘Not desperate for fame and clout’ – MK party responds to Lira’s statement

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Someone, unbeknownst to the MK Party, created an impression that singer Lira was endorsing the MK and was a member.

Picture: Instagram @miss_lirawithout anyone in our structures, national or provincial, knowing. We don’t know that person, who is labeling Lira as MK,” party spokesperson Nhlamulo Ndhlela toldsinger released a brief statement accompanied by a screenshot of what seems like a YouTube video titled ‘Lira Join MK’ displaying three images. Two of the images are of Lira, but the middle shot is of a Lira-lookalike.

“I wish to confirm that I have no affiliation with MK party. I have not endorsed them or become an MKP member,“ said Lira, adding that she is exploring her legal options.on Thursday morning, Ndhlela said Lira hadn’t engaged the party before releasing the statement and they, as a party, have no intention to speak with her about the matter.

The political party’s mouthpiece said this isn’t something the party would do, as it goes against its slogan which saysAccording to Ndhlela, the party’s creative council, which is made up of musos, actors and other players in the creative space, has more than 800 members. Ndhlela said Lira is welcome to join.

 

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