At the heart of the news, a hot topic is causing serious tensions in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The President of the National Assembly, Christophe Mboso, recently responded to threats made by John Numbi, former police chief under the reign of Joseph Kabila. The latter had publicly declared that he wanted to overthrow President Félix Tshisekedi, whom he describes as “unconscious” playing with fire in a powder keg.
Faced with these worrying statements, Christophe Mboso wanted to reframe John Numbi, calling him a “fugitive criminal” who benefited from ranks at the top of the army through patronage. He recalled that President Tshisekedi’s patience, tolerance and humility should not be interpreted as weakness, but as a benevolent posture for the nation.
The President of the National Assembly made it clear that the defense and security forces will act as republican forces to protect national sovereignty. He also recalled that attempts to destabilize the country launched from outside by fugitive and criminal individuals will not be listened to or followed by the armed and police forces, now better equipped, rejuvenated and moralized.
Christophe Mboso also sent a strong message to supporters of the former regime, affirming that for more than 20 years, they took the country and its resources hostage, sharing the lands and property of the Republic in their own interests. . He affirmed that the Democratic Republic of Congo will never again give in to outdated ideas from another century and will not bow to pressure to arbitrarily share power through baseless dialogues.
In a tense context where political issues can quickly degenerate, it is reassuring to see the firm response of the President of the National Assembly to such threats. The stability and security of the Democratic Republic of Congo are major concerns, and it is essential that institutions mobilize to protect the country and its citizens.
This position by Christophe Mboso shows the government’s determination to face the challenges and preserve peace and security in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The upcoming elections will be a crucial test for the country, and it is essential that they take place in a credible, transparent and inclusive manner to ensure political stability and respect for the democratic rights of all Congolese citizens.