Throughout African history, many political crimes have been committed, often serving as tools to destabilize regimes in place and sow discord within nations. The assassination of Chérubin Okende, national deputy elected in 2018, spokesperson for “Together for the Republic” and honorary minister of transport, is part of this sad reality.
This assassination raises many questions as to his real motivations. Is it a political crime, aimed at discrediting the governance of the President of the Republic Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi? The disturbing parallels with other similar crimes perpetrated in the past, where the reputation of the power in place was damaged for underhanded political purposes, reinforce these suspicions.
Orchestrated rumours, such as the trafficking and sale of organs, were propagated by the enemies of the Republic to tarnish the image of the country and its leaders. However, these allegations were quickly denied. Faced with this failure, the instigators may have deemed it necessary to resort to an act as heinous as the assassination of Chérubin Okende to deal a fatal blow to the power in place.
The mystery surrounding this case is heightened by a series of disturbing coincidences. The invitation of the President of the Constitutional Court to Chérubin Okende, relating to his property and assets, raises questions as to its timing. His sudden disappearance hours before the scheduled meeting, followed by the discovery of his lifeless body in his jeep, is fueling speculation.
It is essential that the government ensure the safety of its citizens and conduct a thorough and independent investigation to shed light on this heinous act. Is it an isolated act, a personal drama? Or are we facing a political ploy aimed at discrediting the Congolese government and President Tshisekedi?
While waiting for answers, it is important to exercise caution and not to jump to conclusions. Only a careful investigation will dispel lingering doubts and reveal the true motivations behind this assassination.
The tragic fate of Chérubin Okende continues to haunt people’s minds and raise many questions. In a country where political stability is crucial, it is essential to seek the truth and to honor the memory of this politician. Only the truth will preserve the stability of the Democratic Republic of Congo