Title: The acts of vandalism at the headquarters of the Nouvel Élan party: a new episode in the rivalry between Adolphe Muzito and Martin Fayulu
Introduction :
The headquarters of the Nouvel Élan political party in Kinshasa, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, was recently the victim of acts of vandalism. According to the party’s accusations, these acts are the work of activists from Ecidé, the party of Martin Fayulu. This situation testifies to the growing rivalry between the two politicians, who were once allies in the Lamuka coalition. This article reviews the events and analyzes the consequences of this escalation of tension.
An act of vandalism condemned by Nouvel Élan:
The secretary general of Nouvel Élan, Blanchard Mongomba, strongly condemned the acts of vandalism perpetrated against the party’s headquarters in Kinshasa. He accuses Ecidé activists of being responsible for these acts, emphasizing their “uncivil” character. Blanchard Mongomba urges the perpetrators of these acts to repair the damage and threatens to seize the competent courts in the event of non-compliance with this request.
The silence of the Ecidé in the face of the accusations:
So far, Martin Fayulu’s party has not officially reacted to Nouvel Élan’s accusations. The relationship between Martin Fayulu and Adolphe Muzito has deteriorated over time, mainly due to differences over the management of the Lamuka coalition which brought them together during the 2018 presidential election.
Growing political rivalry:
The rivalry between Adolphe Muzito and Martin Fayulu has become increasingly intense in recent months. Political disagreements and tensions between the two men led to a rift within the Lamuka coalition. The divorce is now consummated, and the acts of vandalism against the headquarters of Nouvel Élan are a clear reflection of this.
Political and legal consequences:
If those responsible for the acts of vandalism are identified, Nouvel Élan intends to seek compensation by seizing the competent courts. Blanchard Mongomba insists that the physical and intellectual perpetrators of these acts must be punished according to the law. This escalation of tension between the two parties may also have political consequences on the Congolese scene.
Conclusion :
The acts of vandalism at the headquarters of the Nouvel Élan party are a sign of a growing political rivalry between Adolphe Muzito and Martin Fayulu. The consequences of this tension can be detrimental for both parties and for the political stability of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It remains to be seen how this rivalry will evolve in the coming months and what the repercussions will be on the Congolese political scene