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Senior Member
- Jul 3, 2015
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Godbless Lema, a CHADEMA member and former Member of Parliament for Arusha Urban (2010–2020), who also served as the party’s Shadow Minister for Home Affairs and currently sits on the Central Committee, has written a powerful message to President Samia through his social media pages, expressing deep concern for his safety — even requesting to be placed in custody for his own protection.
He wrote: “Your Excellency, President Samia, my life is in great danger. I humbly ask for your attention. I wish to live long enough to see my children grow up, get married, and, if God grants me long life, to enjoy time with my grandchildren. Everyone desires to live a long, peaceful life and to grow old in peace.”
He continued: “At the moment, there are people closely following me. Even this evening, they were seen near my home. I fear that they might harm not only me but also anyone close to me. Given the situation, I feel it’s better to surrender myself voluntarily to the authorities rather than continue living in constant fear. I am ready to be placed in custody voluntarily until the election period is over, as I believe that would bring peace of mind to my parents, my wife Neema, and our children.”
He concluded: “At least they will be comforted knowing that I am safe. I sincerely request your protection and support, Madam President.”
An hour after posting his earlier message, Lema shared an update saying, “I have arrived at the Central Police Station to find out if the authorities have any issue with me.” However, he did not provide any further details about what happened after his arrival, and he has remained silent since then.
Swahili Post: Godbless Lema aomba kuwekwa mahabusu kwa hiari mpaka kipindi cha uchaguzi kiishe akihofia maisha yake
This is not the First time
In November 2020, following the general election, Lema faced a series of threats, including death threats, which forced him to flee with his family to Kenya. On December 9, 2020, he left Kenya for Canada. Lema had lost his parliamentary seat in the October 28, 2020, election, in which he was contesting a third term, to CCM candidate Mrisho Gambo. He returned to Tanzania in March 2023, declaring that he came back to continue fighting for his country, including advocating for the adoption of a new constitution.
Situation In The Country
Lema’s outcry adds to a growing list of alarming incidents unfolding in Tanzania during this election period. It will be recalled that on October 6, 2025, Humphrey Polepole was reportedly abducted and remains missing to this day, with no official condemnation issued by the authorities. In the period leading up to his disappearance, Humphrey Polepole had been sharing a series of videos in which he spoke openly about various issues related to CCM and the government. In those videos, he raised several allegations concerning misconduct within the government and among its leaders, as well as matters he believed were not being appropriately handled — both under the current administration and during previous ones.
He wrote: “Your Excellency, President Samia, my life is in great danger. I humbly ask for your attention. I wish to live long enough to see my children grow up, get married, and, if God grants me long life, to enjoy time with my grandchildren. Everyone desires to live a long, peaceful life and to grow old in peace.”
He continued: “At the moment, there are people closely following me. Even this evening, they were seen near my home. I fear that they might harm not only me but also anyone close to me. Given the situation, I feel it’s better to surrender myself voluntarily to the authorities rather than continue living in constant fear. I am ready to be placed in custody voluntarily until the election period is over, as I believe that would bring peace of mind to my parents, my wife Neema, and our children.”
He concluded: “At least they will be comforted knowing that I am safe. I sincerely request your protection and support, Madam President.”
An hour after posting his earlier message, Lema shared an update saying, “I have arrived at the Central Police Station to find out if the authorities have any issue with me.” However, he did not provide any further details about what happened after his arrival, and he has remained silent since then.
Swahili Post: Godbless Lema aomba kuwekwa mahabusu kwa hiari mpaka kipindi cha uchaguzi kiishe akihofia maisha yake
This is not the First time
In November 2020, following the general election, Lema faced a series of threats, including death threats, which forced him to flee with his family to Kenya. On December 9, 2020, he left Kenya for Canada. Lema had lost his parliamentary seat in the October 28, 2020, election, in which he was contesting a third term, to CCM candidate Mrisho Gambo. He returned to Tanzania in March 2023, declaring that he came back to continue fighting for his country, including advocating for the adoption of a new constitution.
Situation In The Country
Lema’s outcry adds to a growing list of alarming incidents unfolding in Tanzania during this election period. It will be recalled that on October 6, 2025, Humphrey Polepole was reportedly abducted and remains missing to this day, with no official condemnation issued by the authorities. In the period leading up to his disappearance, Humphrey Polepole had been sharing a series of videos in which he spoke openly about various issues related to CCM and the government. In those videos, he raised several allegations concerning misconduct within the government and among its leaders, as well as matters he believed were not being appropriately handled — both under the current administration and during previous ones.
Read: Humphrey Polepole adaiwa kutekwa usiku wa kuamkia leo Oktoba 6
Polepole is a Tanzanian politician and diplomat who served as the country’s Ambassador to Cuba from 2023 until his resignation on July 13, 2025. Before that, he was Tanzania’s High Commissioner to Malawi (2022–2023), the CCM Ideology and Publicity Secretary, and a Member of Parliament. Earlier in his career, he briefly served as District Commissioner for Musoma District (two months) and later for Ubungo District (five months).
Additionally, on October 16, 2025, another chilling incident occurred when the bodies of four young men — estimated to be between 19 and 22 years old — were found along the roadside between Mapinga and Kibaha. The bodies bore visible injuries to the face and legs. Reports indicate that the victims were residents of Dar es Salaam.
Additionally, on October 16, 2025, another chilling incident occurred when the bodies of four young men — estimated to be between 19 and 22 years old — were found along the roadside between Mapinga and Kibaha. The bodies bore visible injuries to the face and legs. Reports indicate that the victims were residents of Dar es Salaam.
Read: Mystery surrounds deaths of four Dar es Salaam youths found near Mapinga–Kibaha road
