Zesco United’s Zachariah Chilongoshi Reportedly in Custody Over Drug Allegations

23.09.2025 | Football DNA

Zachariah Chilongoshi Zesco United Left Back

According to seasoned sports journalist Augustine Mukoka, Zesco United defender Zachariah Chilongoshi is reportedly in custody on drug-related allegations.

Mukoka indicated that the defender, who travelled with Zesco United to Gabon for a CAF Confederation Cup fixture, was allegedly picked up by the Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) in Ndola on Tuesday.

He further reported that the player, who has also featured for the Chipolopolo, was said to have been in camp at Njele Lodge in Ndola when DEC officers apprehended him.

Chilongoshi was later transferred to Lusaka, where he was alleged to have purchased the drugs from a supplier. The supplier was also reportedly arrested after attempting to courier the package to Ndola on the player’s behalf.

Mukoka added that both the DEC and the Zambia Police are expected to issue an official statement on the matter in due course.

UPDATE | 24.09.2025

STAR PLAYER OFF-THE-HOOK: DEC Releases Chilongoshi To Focus On Zesco United Fixture Against Gabonese Outfit

Zesco United defender Zachariah Chilongoshi has been released from custody by the Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC).

This will enable the player attend to Zesco’s CAF Confederation Cup assignment against Gabonese side FC 105 on Sunday.

Chilongoshi was picked on Sunday night at a lodge in Ndola and transported to Lusaka where he was held until late yesterday.

The DEC is understood to be clamping down on drug abuse among sports men and women across all disciplines. - Augustine Mukoka

Source: Augustine Mukoka