Title: Nouvel Élan, victim of vandalism: a call for respectful political practices in the DRC
Introduction:
Le Nouvel Élan, a political party led by Adolphe Muzito, has recently been the target of violence and acts of vandalism perpetrated by ECIDE militants in Kinshasa. This incident caused significant material damage and underlined the need for a political debate based on respect and ideas.
Development:
In an official statement, Le Nouvel Élan strongly condemns these acts of vandalism and calls for an end to all barbaric and intolerant behavior in politics. The party insists on the fact that the real political fight must be done through the confrontation of ideas and social projects, and not by violence or low blows.
Le Nouvel Élan is also asking for amicable compensation for the damage caused by these acts of vandalism. If this is not possible, the party reserves the right to prosecute those responsible. Evidence of these acts of vandalism, including videos circulating on social media and testimonies from activists present during the attack, will be used to support these accusations.
The party also expresses its disappointment with the local authorities and the police for not having sufficiently supervised the procession and prevented such incidents. In addition, Le Nouvel Élan criticizes the political leadership of ECIDE, which promotes civic engagement, for its silence in the face of these acts of vandalism.
In conclusion, Le Nouvel Élan calls on its members and supporters to remain calm and reject violence. The party insists on the importance of a respectful policy, based on the debate of ideas and projects, and demands that those responsible be identified and punished in accordance with the law.
Conclusion:
This incident of vandalism against Nouvel Élan highlights political tensions in the Democratic Republic of Congo and underscores the need for a respectful political culture. By calling for an end to violence and the promotion of healthy debate, Le Nouvel Élan demonstrates its commitment to more ethical and constructive political practices. It is essential that political actors in the DRC put forward the confrontation of ideas rather than acts of vandalism to promote a democratic and equitable society