The Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) recently reaffirmed their loyalty to President Félix Tshisekedi. After the controversial statements of General John Numbi, the army held a motivational meeting in Kinshasa to remind all soldiers of their duty to their commander-in-chief.
General Christian Tshiwewe, chief of general staff of the FARDC, reminded the troops that Félix Tshisekedi was their only leader. He warned those who would be tempted to work for “the enemy” and asked soldiers to be vigilant and report any suspicious information.
As the elections approach, General Tshiwewe has emphasized the role of the army during the electoral campaign. Troopers will be on high alert to monitor candidate activities and report any suspicious behavior. At the same time, the army’s mission is to support the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) in order to guarantee peaceful elections and the publication of results in complete transparency.
General Tshiwewe also announced the upcoming deployment of new recently trained units. This strengthens the capabilities of the army and allows it to respond effectively to the security challenges facing the country.
This reaffirmation of loyalty to Félix Tshisekedi shows the desire of the Congolese army to position itself in support of the president and the state. This helps to strengthen the stability of the country and guarantee credible and peaceful elections.
It is essential that the army remains an instrument in the service of the nation and that it plays a neutral role in the electoral process. Public confidence in the security forces is essential to ensure the legitimacy of election results and promote democracy in the DRC.
In conclusion, the reaffirmation of the army’s loyalty to Félix Tshisekedi is a positive signal for stability and democracy in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is now essential that the military continues to play a neutral role and ensure peaceful and transparent elections for the well-being of the country and its people.