Title: Murder of deputy Chérubin Okende: a crime that shakes the Congolese political class
Introduction:
The brutal murder of national deputy Chérubin Okende sent shock waves through the entire Congolese political class and civil society. This heinous act ignited passions and aroused many reactions. In this article, we will explore the reactions of political figures and civil society, as well as the calls for an independent investigation to bring justice to Chérubin Okende.
A crime that shocks the nation:
The 2018 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, Denis Mukwege, expressed his dismay at the tragedy. He calls on the living forces of the nation to mobilize to respond to these serious human rights violations and to defend democracy and peace in the country. Denis Mukwege also demands the opening of an independent investigation to shed light on this assassination.
A political crime:
The political party Together for the Republic, to which Chérubin Okende belonged, describes this murder as a state crime. The political formation demands clear answers on the circumstances surrounding this tragic act. The Congolese government has undertaken to conduct a multidisciplinary investigation, with the participation of foreign services, in order to shed light on this political assassination.
The journey of Chérubin Okende:
Chérubin Okende was a national deputy elected from the Lukunga constituency in Kinshasa. He also held the position of Minister of Transport, Ways of Communication and Opening up in the previous government. He was also the spokesperson for Ensemble pour la République, an opposition political party led by Moïse Katumbi.
Conclusion:
The murder of Chérubin Okende shocked and upset all Congolese society. Calls for an independent investigation and justice are growing. It is essential that light be shed on this despicable act in order to bring justice to Chérubin Okende and to preserve democracy and peace in the country. The mobilization of civil society and political forces is essential to confront such human rights violations