Are you looking for the latest political news in Central Africa? Do not search anymore ! In this article, we will address the hot topic of replacing President Félix Tshisekedi in the transition process in Chad.
The Fédération de l’Opposition Credible (FOC) in Chad recently expressed its dissatisfaction with the participation of Félix Tshisekedi as a facilitator in the transition process in Chad. During a press conference, Chadian opposition leaders called on the Heads of State of the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) to immediately replace the Congolese President in this role.
According to members of the FOC, Felix Tshisekedi would not be neutral and would take sides in favor of the current Chadian authorities. They therefore believe that he is not able to ensure a fair and transparent political transition in Chad.
Thus, the FOC not only requested the replacement of Félix Tshisekedi, but also launched a petition to challenge his presence due to his lack of neutrality. This request is also based on the latest decisions of the African Union Peace and Security Council, which stipulate that transitional leaders cannot run in elections.
If the ECCAS does not take into account this request for transparency and credibility, the FOC plans to engage the African Union to divest the ECCAS of the Chadian file. They also call for the signing of the petition to challenge Félix Tshisekedi as a facilitator.
It is important to note that Félix Tshisekedi was appointed facilitator in the Chadian crisis during an ECCAS summit in Kinshasa in October last year. His mediation followed deadly demonstrations against the continued power of Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, the son of the former Chadian President, Marshal Idriss Déby.
In conclusion, the request to replace President Félix Tshisekedi in the transition process in Chad by the Chadian opposition raises questions about his neutrality and his ability to ensure a fair political transition. It remains to be seen how ECCAS and the African Union will react to this request and whether concrete actions will be taken to guarantee the transparency and credibility of the transition process in Chad. Stay tuned for all the latest news on this topic.