The tragic death of Chérubin Okende, national deputy and former transport minister in the Democratic Republic of Congo, has sparked a wave of shock and indignation across the country. His brutal assassination sent waves of anger and misunderstanding through Congolese society.
In this context, many voices have been raised to condemn this despicable act and demand justice. Political figures such as Moïse Katumbi, Denis Mukwege and Martin Fayulu expressed their dismay at the loss of Chérubin Okende and demanded urgent measures to shed light on this assassination.
Together for the Republic, the political party to which Chérubin Okende belonged, described his death as a state crime, underlining the importance of conducting a thorough and transparent investigation to find those responsible for this heinous act.
The Congolese government has announced the establishment of a multidisciplinary investigation, also involving foreign services, in order to shed light on this affair. This step aims to reassure the Congolese population and to show the determination of the authorities to bring to justice the culprits of this assassination.
At the same time, Congolese civil society, represented in particular by Claudel Lubaya, called for mobilization to preserve national cohesion and stabilize the country. She thus underlines the importance of remaining united in the face of this tragedy and not letting divisive forces take over.
In this context, it is essential to stress the need to strengthen political security in the DRC. The 2023 presidential candidates, such as Matata Ponyo, Delly Sessanga and Moïse Katumbi, have expressed concern about the safety of political figures and demanded concrete measures to ensure their protection.
In conclusion, the death of Chérubin Okende shook the Democratic Republic of Congo and aroused great emotion throughout the country. The ongoing investigation is crucial to shed light on this case and help ease tensions. It is time to strengthen political security and guarantee the protection of political figures in the DRC. The Congolese nation must remain united in these difficult times and show resilience in the face of forces that seek to sow division