Title: Martin Fayulu, ready to continue the electoral process despite his demands
Introduction :
In a press conference held on July 12, the Congolese opponent Martin Fayulu reassured the Congolese people by saying that he would not leave the electoral process, despite his demand for an audit of the electoral register by an independent firm. Fayulu stressed the importance of guaranteeing fair and transparent elections, where the will of the Congolese people will be respected. Despite the controversies surrounding his previous statements, Fayulu remains a candidate appreciated by part of the population who demand his political commitment. In this article, we will come back to his position and the upcoming deadlines for the electoral process in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The maintenance of Martin Fayulu in the electoral process:
During his press conference, Martin Fayulu made a point of clarifying his position regarding his participation in the electoral process in the Democratic Republic of Congo. While some interpreted his earlier statements as a boycott of the elections, Fayulu said he would not quit the process and would remain engaged until transparent and credible elections were achieved. He recalled that the Congolese people supported him and that he had a duty to defend their interests by demanding an audit of the electoral register by an independent firm.
Requirements for fair elections:
Martin Fayulu insists on the need for an audit of the electoral register by an independent firm before the submission of candidatures. He is convinced that only such verification will ensure the transparency and truth of the ballot box. Fayulu stresses that the Congolese people’s confidence in the electoral process is paramount, and that only a rigorous audit can restore this confidence. If his demands are not met, Fayulu hinted that he could take other steps to ensure fair elections.
Next deadlines of the electoral process:
The filing of candidacies for national deputies will close on July 15, as planned by the president of the electoral center, Denis Kadima. Latecomers won’t get any extensions, putting pressure on politicians who haven’t yet come forward. This step is crucial for the composition of the future government and the political balance of the country. The results of the electoral register audit will also have an impact on future elections.
Conclusion :
Despite his requirements for auditing the electoral register, Martin Fayulu reaffirmed his commitment to participate in the electoral process in the Democratic Republic of Congo. He remains supported by part of the Congolese population who are calling for fair and transparent elections, where the will of the people will be respected.. The next deadlines of the electoral process, in particular the deposit of the candidatures and the results of the audit of the electoral register, arouse the attention of all the political actors and the Congolese population which aspires to a democratic and stable future.