Title: Political assassination in the DRC: calls for a transparent investigation are increasing
Introduction :
The murder of the spokesman of the Congolese political party Together for the Republic, Chérubin Okende Senga, has sparked a wave of indignation and condemnation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The Congolese opponent and president of Ensemble pour la République, Moïse Katumbi Chapwe, staying in Abidjan, described this heinous act as a political assassination. Faced with this tragic event, many voices were raised to demand a thorough and transparent investigation in order to shed light on this affair.
The cry of indignation of Moïse Katumbi:
Moïse Katumbi, currently in Côte d’Ivoire to participate in the 45th general assembly of CAF, denounced the assassination of Chérubin Okende as a political act aimed at silencing the Congolese opposition. In an interview with RFI, he expressed his deep indignation at this situation and said that he and his political family would use all legitimate means to shed light on this assassination. He also questioned the rule of law in the DRC and expressed his determination to see justice done.
The mobilization of Martin Fayulu:
Martin Fayulu Madidi, candidate for the last presidential election in the DRC and challenger to Félix Tshisekedi, also expressed his shock and dismay at the assassination of Chérubin Okende. On Twitter, he called the heinous crime a political assassination and demanded that those responsible be quickly identified and punished. His reaction testifies to the unity of the Congolese opposition in the quest for truth and justice.
National and international calls for inquiry:
Christophe Mboso, current president of the lower house of the Congolese parliament, asked the government to carry out a full and inclusive investigation in order to identify and punish the perpetrators of this heinous act. He stressed the importance of shedding light on this case and ensuring that justice is done.
The United States and Britain have also urged Congolese authorities to expedite the investigation and punish those responsible for the killing. Through their accredited ambassadors in the DRC, they insisted on the need to advance the investigation in a transparent and impartial manner.
Conclusion :
The assassination of Chérubin Okende sent shockwaves through the DRC, testifying to the growing political tensions in the country. Moïse Katumbi and Martin Fayulu strongly condemned this heinous act and called for a thorough investigation to uncover the truth and punish those responsible. Calls for transparent and impartial justice have also been supported by the international community. It now remains to be hoped that this tragedy will serve as a catalyst to strengthen the rule of law in the DRC and guarantee the protection of the fundamental rights of all citizens