Title: Assassination of deputy Chérubin Okende: the caucus of Sankuru deputies reacts violently
Introduction :
The cruel murder of Hon. Chérubin Okende, National MP for Sankuru, has provoked outrage and anger from the caucus of MPs in the region. In a statement released Thursday, July 13, Caucus Chairman Emery Okunji strongly condemned the barbaric act and demanded a thorough investigation to bring justice. This tragic assassination comes on top of a series of acts of political violence that threaten the stability of the country as the elections approach.
A heinous crime:
Chérubin Okende, former Minister of Transport and spokesperson for Moïse Katumbi’s party, was kidnapped by armed men before being found dead in his car. His body, stained with blood, was discovered in front of the Kinshasa garage. The caucus of Sankuru deputies called the act heinous and despicable, strongly condemning the political violence that is rampant in the country.
The request for a serious investigation:
Faced with this tragedy, the caucus of Sankuru deputies called on the competent authorities to carry out a serious and objective investigation to identify the perpetrators of this assassination and bring them to justice. MEPs stress the importance of shedding full light on this case and severely punishing the culprits in order to send a strong message against impunity.
A climate of terror as the elections approach:
The killing comes amid growing political tension ahead of presidential elections in December. Several political opponents, including members of Moïse Katumbi’s party, have been arrested in recent months. This explosion of political violence raises concerns about the holding of free and transparent elections.
Conclusion :
The assassination of Chérubin Okende has sparked a strong reaction from the caucus of Sankuru deputies, who demand justice for this despicable crime. With elections fast approaching, political violence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo continues to threaten the country’s stability. It is essential that measures be taken to guarantee the security of political actors and ensure the smooth running of the electoral process