Title: The stakes of the rehabilitation of Godé Mpoy as president of the APK
Introduction :
In a surprising twist, Godé Mpoy, ousted president of the Kinshasa provincial assembly (APK), was rehabilitated by a judgment of the Kinshasa/Gombe Court of Appeal. However, this decision raises many questions among elected officials in Kinshasa, who question the motivations of Godé Mpoy and question the legitimacy of his rehabilitation. This article explores the issues surrounding this case and offers an in-depth analysis of the situation.
Analysis of the situation :
After his dismissal by a motion of disqualifications initiated by the provincial deputy Désiré Mbonzi wa Mbonzi and five other elected officials, Godé Mpoy was sentenced to an intellectual rest of 45 days by his attending physician. However, instead of complying with this medical recommendation, Godé Mpoy asked the interim president of the APK, Francis Tshibalabala, to send him the files of the provincial assembly. This attitude aroused the astonishment and incomprehension of elected officials in Kinshasa.
In addition, it is important to point out that the decision of the Kinshasa/Gombe Court of Appeal rehabilitating Godé Mpoy was not officially notified to the APK office. Thus, only Mpoy is aware of this decision, which calls into question the validity of his rehabilitation. The interim president, Francis Tshibalabala, responded to Godé Mpoy by asking him to provide proof of this rehabilitation before resuming his duties.
The implications of the rehabilitation of Godé Mpoy:
The rehabilitation of Godé Mpoy by the Court of Appeal of Kinshasa / Gombe is perceived as a sterile act by the elected representatives of the APK. Indeed, they believe that Godé Mpoy must prove his legitimacy before returning to his post. Moreover, Mpoy’s request to receive the APK documents at his home when he is supposed to be on intellectual rest raises doubts about his real health condition.
It is also important to note that the interim Presidency of the APK continues to be assumed in accordance with the internal rules of the assembly. Thus, Francis Tshibalabala remains interim president while waiting for the situation to be clarified and for proof of the rehabilitation of Godé Mpoy to be provided.
Conclusion :
The rehabilitation of Godé Mpoy to the presidency of the APK raises many questions and raises doubts as to his legitimacy. Kinshasa’s elected officials are asking for concrete evidence before recognizing Mpoy’s return to his post. In the meantime, Francis Tshibalabala continues to assume the interim, pending a definitive resolution of this case. The Godé Mpoy saga is far from over and it remains to be seen what the outcome of this complex situation will be in the Kinshasa provincial assembly