Title: Martin Fayulu denounces the CENI’s refusal to audit the Congolese electoral register
Introduction :
The Congolese opponent Martin Fayulu, leader of the ECIDE party, strongly criticized the decision of the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) to reject the audit of the electoral register by an external expert. In a message posted on his Twitter account, Fayulu denounces the supposed intentions of the CENI and its “sponsors” to perpetrate new electoral fraud in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This decision raises tensions and fuels fears about the transparency of the upcoming elections.
The refusal of the external audit:
In a plenary meeting held on Friday, July 7, the CENI flatly rejected the opposition’s request to carry out a new external audit of the electoral register. This request follows the challenge of the quality of the work carried out by the personalities in charge of the audit last May, after the withdrawal of the International Organization of La Francophonie (OIF). Martin Fayulu and his supporters believe that this audit is necessary to guarantee the integrity and reliability of the electoral process.
Election fraud charges:
Martin Fayulu openly denounces the motives of the CENI and its “sponsors” by claiming that they believe that the Congolese are “sheep of Panurge” ready to help them carry out a new electoral fraud. This accusation highlights the lack of trust in electoral institutions and casts doubt on the fairness of the electoral process in the DRC. Fayulu thus calls on the Congolese population to remain vigilant and to mobilize against any attempt to manipulate the results.
Consequences for the political climate:
The rejection of the request for an external audit by the CENI and the accusations of electoral fraud launched by Martin Fayulu and his party have significant repercussions on the political climate in the DRC. These tensions are raising concerns about the holding of free and fair elections, and fueling divisions between the opposition and the incumbent government. It is crucial for the Congolese authorities to take measures to restore confidence in the electoral process and guarantee the transparency of the upcoming elections.
Conclusion :
The CENI’s refusal to audit the Congolese electoral register and accusations of fraud by Martin Fayulu and his party raise concerns about the transparency and integrity of the upcoming elections in the DRC. It is important that electoral authorities take steps to restore public confidence and ensure a fair electoral process