Physical and biometric control of soldiers active in Ituri: a measure to strengthen the Congolese army
The province of Ituri, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, is experiencing a particularly fragile security situation, with the presence of rebel and terrorist groups. Faced with this threat, the Military Governor of the province, Lieutenant-General Luboya N’kashama, recently launched a physical and biometric control operation of the active soldiers of the 32nd military region.
This operation aims to identify and precisely count the number of soldiers present in this region, in order to better organize the Congolese armed forces and improve their response capabilities in the face of internal and external threats. It is part of a broader reform of the Congolese army, aimed at strengthening its efficiency and improving the living conditions of soldiers.
The physical and biometric check takes place under the supervision of the general inspectorate of the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) and involves the verification of the identity of the soldiers by biometric means such as fingerprints. Thus, each soldier must report to his unit to be subjected to this thorough check.
This measure also aims to combat the problems of desertion and absenteeism within the army, by ensuring precise monitoring of each soldier. Indeed, it is essential to know the actual number of soldiers on the ground in order to be able to plan operations and guarantee an effective presence against armed groups.
Lieutenant Jules Ngongo, spokesperson for the army in Ituri, stresses the importance of this control for controlling the Congolese army’s personnel and for improving the living conditions of the soldiers. He adds that this operation will contribute to strengthen the army so that it can face any threat against the country.
The Military Governor himself was the first to go through the control, thus setting an example and showing the importance attached to this measure. This testifies to the will of the authorities to restore order and discipline within the Congolese army, ensuring that each soldier assumes his responsibilities.
The operation of physical and biometric control of soldiers active in Ituri is an important step in the reform of the Congolese army. By identifying and accurately counting the workforce, it will strengthen the operational capacities of the army and ensure better protection of citizens against armed groups that threaten the security of the country.