Title: Martin Fayulu and Seth Kikuni pay tribute to Chérubin Okende, victim of a political assassination
Introduction :
On July 12, the DRC was shaken by the tragic assassination of Chérubin Okende, former Minister of Transport and spokesperson for the “Together for the Republic” party. Faced with this tragedy, two opposition leaders, Martin Fayulu and Seth Kikuni, went on Tuesday July 18 to the residence of the victim to show their support for his family. This visit illustrates the solidarity and unity of opponents in this painful moment.
The murder of Cherubin Okende:
Chérubin Okende was found dead on Wednesday July 12 on the heavyweight road in Kinshasa. His assassination, considered a political act, aroused great emotion in the country. As a prominent member of the opposition, Chérubin Okende was committed to the struggle for democracy and justice in the DRC. His tragic disappearance has left a great void in the Congolese political sphere.
The visit of Martin Fayulu and Seth Kikuni:
Martin Fayulu, a leading figure in the Congolese opposition, and Seth Kikuni, a political activist and presidential candidate, chose to visit Okende’s family to express their solidarity and support. Accompanied by members of their respective political parties, they shared an intimate moment with the widow and children of the deceased. This visit bears witness to the unity of the opposition in the face of adversity and their determination to fight for truth and justice.
The complaint filed by the family:
The widow of Chérubin Okende and her children have decided to file a complaint against an unknown person for arbitrary arrest and murder. This approach aims to shed light on the circumstances of this heinous crime and to obtain justice for their husband and father. By filing a complaint, Okende’s family hopes to mobilize the competent authorities to conduct an impartial investigation and identify those responsible for this act of political violence.
Conclusion :
The assassination of Chérubin Okende deeply shocked the DRC and the Congolese political class. Martin Fayulu and Seth Kikuni showed their solidarity by going to his family to support him. This visit symbolizes the unity of the Congolese opposition in its quest for truth and justice. The complaint filed by the family is a cry for justice and the hope that no one can commit such acts with impunity. It is now up to the authorities to shed light on this assassination and bring those responsible to justice