UPDATE: In a bold statement earlier today, Jovana Todorović, spokesperson for the Democratic People’s Party (DNP), urged Prime Minister Milojko Spajić and Podgorica Mayor Saša Mujović to redirect their attention to the urgent environmental crisis in Pljevlja. This call comes as tensions escalate following a controversial announcement from the Movement for Europe Now (PES) regarding the opposition to a critical collector project in the Zeta region.
Todorović slammed the recent statements from PES and Mujović, describing them as politically unarticulated and a blatant display of arrogance. “The referendum in Zeta has unveiled the essence of their governance—irresponsibility towards the people,” she declared. This rhetoric highlights deepening political divisions as Montenegro grapples with pressing environmental issues.
The politician emphasized the dire situation in Pljevlja, where institutional negligence has reportedly led to severe health crises, including children facing life-threatening respiratory issues. “Instead of addressing the health and lives of citizens, they have aligned themselves with dubious dealings that the Special State Prosecutor’s Office (SDT) will inevitably investigate,” Todorović stated.
She pointed out that residents of Zeta sent a resounding message to Mujović, expressing their discontent through a significant turnout in the referendum. “You did not anticipate such a response from the people of Zeta, and they were right to voice their opinions about your leadership,” she said.
Todorović criticized the local administration’s attempts to undermine the referendum’s legitimacy. She accused them of orchestrating institutional obstructions and conducting a politically charged campaign, led by Sreten Kankaraš, an individual notorious for his controversial tactics.
The DNP spokesperson underscored that civic unity was evident during the referendum, calling it a demonstration of solidarity and courage from the people. “They have made it clear what they think of Mujović and Vuković,” she noted.
In a dramatic plea, Todorović advised Spajić and Mujović to act with integrity. “If they possess even a modicum of courage and conscience, they should be in Pljevlja today,” she asserted. This urgent call aims to shift focus onto the environmental degradation affecting the lives of citizens.
As the political climate intensifies, citizens are now left to question the priorities of their leaders. “In the coming days, the public will see how much human lives matter to Spajić, Mujović, and PES,” she warned, emphasizing that the health of children and the future of Montenegro should outweigh personal interests and political positions.
This developing story highlights the urgent need for political accountability and action in addressing environmental crises that threaten public health. As public sentiment grows, all eyes will be on Spajić and Mujović to see if they heed this pressing call to prioritize the well-being of their constituents over political ambitions.
