Assassination of Chérubin Okende: a tragedy that arouses indignation and demands justice
A heinous act shook the Democratic Republic of Congo on Thursday, with the announcement of the assassination of Chérubin Okende, executive of the party Together for the Republic of Moïse Katumbi. This news sparked a wave of reactions and indignation within the Congolese political class and civil society.
The government, through its spokesperson, expressed its dismay at this act of violence. He quickly ordered a full investigation to shed light on this troubling case. The most saddened condolences were offered to Okende’s family.
Ambassadors and representatives of foreign countries also reacted emotionally to the news of his assassination. The European Union Ambassador to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Jean-Marc Chataigner, said he was appalled by the news and expressed his condolences to the family and loved ones.
The reactions of declared presidential candidates were not long in coming. Augustin Matata Ponyo denounced a regime of terror, describing this assassination as serious. Seth Kikuni, meanwhile, warned that this elimination will not remain without consequence.
In civil society, voices have been raised to demand justice. Bienvenu Matumo de la Lucha called the assassination a state crime perpetrated by a bloodthirsty regime. Jean Claude Katende, president of the African Association for Human Rights, also called on the government to act to identify and bring to justice those responsible for this act.
This assassination arouses great emotion and raises questions about security and freedom of expression in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Congolese people are impatiently waiting for the truth to be established and for justice to be done.
It is important to remember that every act of political violence is an attack on democracy and the stability of a country. The Congolese authorities must take firm measures to guarantee the safety of all citizens and to punish those responsible for such acts.
Okende’s family and the Together for the Republic party are grieving and searching for answers. They deserve all our solidarity and support in these difficult times.
The assassination of Chérubin Okende reminds us once again of the need to defend democratic values and human rights. The protection of political opponents and the guarantee of their freedom of expression are essential elements for the construction of a just and democratic Congo.
Let’s hope that light is shed on this case and that those responsible are brought to justice, in order to prevent such acts in the future and guarantee the safety of all Congolese citizens