Title: Pastor Ngalasi Aggrey, atypical candidate for the presidency of the DRC
Introduction: The Congolese political landscape is often the scene of surprises and twists and turns, and this time is no exception. On October 5, Pastor Ngalasi Aggrey submitted his candidacy for the presidency of the Democratic Republic of Congo. This atypical candidacy, marked by a strong religious dimension, arouses interest and questions the motivations and objectives of this committed pastor. In this article, we will delve into the journey of Pastor Ngalasi Aggrey and analyze the particularities of his candidacy.
A religious commitment at the heart of the candidacy: Ngalasi Aggrey, head of the Christian assembly “La Louange” in Kinshasa, justified his candidacy by invoking divine will. For him, this moment is that of God, and his candidacy is a response to this divine call. His political vision is thus strongly influenced by his religious conviction. The pastor presents himself as a servant of God rather than a traditional political leader. He believes that the country’s situation cannot be resolved by politicians, but requires divine intervention.
A singular vision: If Pastor Ngalasi Aggrey does not have a detailed political program, he nevertheless expresses a singular vision of his political involvement in the DRC. According to him, he is called to realize a prophecy linked to the destiny of the DRC, symbolized by “the map of Congo in Israel”. This vision underlines his attachment to spirituality and suggests a political approach based on religious and moral values.
An actor already involved: Pastor Ngalasi Aggrey’s candidacy is not his first foray into the political field. In 2013, his name was already linked to a project to lead the Electoral Commission within the “Civil Society of Churches and Religious Confessions”. He has also been faced with legal troubles, notably in 2006, where he was convicted of possession of weapons and munitions of war as well as attempted murder. These elements raise questions about his credibility as a presidential candidate.
An atypical candidacy: The candidacy of Pastor Ngalasi Aggrey brings an element of singularity to the Congolese political landscape. In a country where the involvement of religious actors is of capital importance, with certain pastors positioning themselves in support of certain candidates or actively engaging in public life, the candidacy of Pastor Ngalasi Aggrey with its pronounced religious dimension opens up new perspectives and questions the role of spirituality in the political arena.
Conclusion: The candidacy of Pastor Ngalasi Aggrey for the presidency of the DRC marks an important step in the Congolese political landscape. His strong religious commitment and his unique vision bring a new dimension to the electoral campaign. However, his background and questions about his credibility raise doubts about the viability of his candidacy. It remains to be seen how Pastor Ngalasi Aggrey will evolve in this race for the presidency and what impact his religious discourse will have on the Congolese electorate.