Article – A victory for Governor Ngobila at the Provincial Assembly of Kinshasa
During an eventful plenary session, the Kinshasa Provincial Assembly rejected the motion of no confidence initiated against Governor Gentiny Ngobila. Despite the absence of the president of the deliberative body, Godé Mpoyi, the governor was able to defend himself against accusations of management of the city’s provincial funds.
The internal regulations of the Assembly require a minimum of five people to sign the motion for it to be considered. However, two deputies denounced the forgery and use of forgery, claiming to have never signed this motion. Despite these protests, a vote was organized, and a large majority voted in favor of retaining the governor, thus leading to the rejection of the motion. Once the vote was over, a closed session was declared, suggesting heated debates behind the scenes.
This decision constitutes a victory for Governor Ngobila, who can now continue to exercise his functions without being disturbed by this motion of no confidence. However, this situation is not without consequences on the political scene in Kinshasa. Several MPs expressed their dissatisfaction with this rejection, believing that the truths had not been sufficiently clarified.
In the camp of the initiator of the motion, provincial deputy Steve Mulumba, the disappointment is palpable. He accused Governor Ngobila of mismanagement of Kinshasa province funds, but his motion was rejected by the majority of deputies. This raises questions about the transparency of the debates and the real desire to clean up public management in the province.
This affair highlights the tensions and political rivalries that exist within the Kinshasa Provincial Assembly. Power issues and the struggle for control of financial resources are key factors fueling these political disputes. It is therefore essential to find a balance between the pursuit of good governance and respect for democratic procedures.
In conclusion, the rejection of the motion of no confidence against Governor Ngobila marks a victory for the latter. However, this also raises questions about the transparency and legitimacy of debates within the Kinshasa Provincial Assembly. It is essential to continue efforts in favor of good governance and to restore public confidence in political institutions.