News: Essential qualities of a good candidate in general elections
In the region of Beni and Lubero in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the bishop of the Catholic diocese of Butembo, Monsignor Sikuli Paluku, believes that donations and political affiliations should not be the main criteria for choosing a candidate in the general elections. According to him, it is essential to focus on the candidate’s abilities to contribute to development and the return of peace to the region.
In a statement, Monsignor Sikuli Paluku said: “It is not gifts that determine the profile of a good candidate. We must rather see its capacity to participate in development but also in the return of peace to the region of Beni and Lubero, long scarred by war.”
He highlights the importance of choosing a candidate who has a good heart and a good testimony. He also emphasizes that it is essential to take into account the candidate’s past actions and see if he or she has already demonstrated the ability to make right decisions and oppose harmful paths.
The Catholic prelate also emphasizes the mission of a deputy, saying that their main role is not to distribute material goods, but rather to represent and speak on behalf of voters.
Monsignor Sikuli Paluku concludes by recalling that religious, family or political affiliation should not be the determining criteria for choosing a candidate. By focusing on the candidate’s real abilities to contribute to development and peace in the region, voters will be able to make more informed choices during the general elections.
In a political world often marked by divisions and personal interests, Monsignor Sikuli Paluku’s position emphasizes the importance of choosing leaders based on moral values and real skills. Such an approach could help build a better future for the Beni and Lubero region, with an emphasis on development and peace.