“I am not the government`s spokesperson but I can say a few words concerning this (Ballali's) death. I would like to know the person who said the government is responsible for the death. What do you mean when you say the government is behind his death?… I will stand down as cabinet minister if it is proved that the government was indeed involved in the death.”

— Bernard Membe

Quoted in "Govt behind Ballali death? I`ll resign..." http://ippmedia.com/ipp/guardian/2008/05/26/115168.html The Guardian (2008-05-26)

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