Title: The judicial return to the Council of State: a step towards the consolidation of the rule of law
Introduction :
The Council of State began its judicial re-entry with a solemn ceremony at the People’s Palace, in the presence of Head of State Félix Tshisekedi. This institution, responsible for administrative matters, plays an essential role in the consolidation of the rule of law in the Democratic Republic of Congo. During this return, the members of the Council of State placed emphasis on the protection of the State’s real estate heritage and the fight against spoliation. This article reviews the main points discussed during this judicial re-entry and highlights the importance of the role of the Council of State in preserving the rule of law.
Protection of the State’s real estate assets:
In her speech, the First President of the Council of State, Marthe Odio, underlined the importance of protecting the State’s real estate heritage. This question is all the more crucial as many state assets are victims of spoliation. To combat this phenomenon, the Head of State created a National Agency for the protection of the State’s real estate heritage. Marthe Odio called on the administrative authorities to consult the Council of State on this issue in advance and recommended that they no longer allow spoliators to act with impunity.
Public procurement disputes:
The Attorney General at the Council of State, Iluta Ikombe, addressed another important aspect of administrative justice, namely public procurement disputes. Compliance with public procurement procedures is essential to avoid disputes. According to Iluta Ikombe, non-compliance with these procedures can lead to significant disputes in this area. He therefore called for increased vigilance in this area to guarantee the transparency and legality of public procurement in the DRC.
Collaboration and coordination between ministries:
Marthe Odio also stressed the importance of close collaboration and effective coordination between different ministries. She recalled that the decisions taken by the Council of State can have an impact on several ministries and it is therefore essential that they work together to avoid any conflict or contradiction of decisions. This strengthened coordination will enable better application of the law and contribute to the consolidation of the rule of law.
Conclusion :
The judicial return to the Council of State has highlighted the importance of this institution in the consolidation of the rule of law in the DRC. The protection of the State’s real estate assets and the fight against spoliation are at the heart of the concerns of the Council of State. In addition, public procurement disputes and coordination between ministries were also discussed during this return to school.. These different themes highlight the importance of the role of the Council of State in preserving the rule of law and guaranteeing fair and transparent administrative justice.