Title: “The assassination of Chérubin Okende: a political crime that shakes the DRC”
Introduction :
The recent assassination of Chérubin Okende Senga, spokesperson for the Congolese political party Ensemble pour la République, has sparked deep indignation and raised questions about the security of political figures in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Moïse Katumbi Chapwe, leader of this party, described this heinous act as “political assassination”. In this article, we will examine the reactions and demands for justice following this shocking event.
Unanimous reactions to the political assassination:
Moïse Katumbi, staying in Abidjan when he heard the news, expressed his anger and indignation in an interview with RFI. He denounced a “political assassination” aimed at silencing his party, which is already under several government pressures. Several other political figures, including Martin Fayulu Madidi, challenger to Félix Tshisekedi in the last presidential elections, also reacted with indignation and demanded that all light be shed on this heinous act.
Independent investigations to uncover the truth:
Faced with the loss of confidence in Congolese institutions, Moïse Katumbi announced his immediate return to Kinshasa and the establishment of an independent investigation to discover the truth about this assassination. He intends to use all legitimate means to ensure that those responsible for this crime are identified and punished.
The call for justice and international action:
The Congolese political class is not the only one to demand accountability. The United States and Britain have urged Congolese authorities to thoroughly investigate and punish the culprits quickly and effectively. At the national level, Christophe Mboso, president of the lower house of parliament, also called for a full and inclusive investigation so that justice is done.
Conclusion :
The assassination of Chérubin Okende Senga shocked and moved the Congolese population. This heinous act is seen as a political crime aimed at silencing dissenting voices. Faced with a loss of trust in institutions, independent investigations and an effective judicial response are necessary to ensure justice is done. The mobilization of the international community, with appeals from the United States and Great Britain, is crucial to support this approach and ensure that such acts do not go unpunished