Title: The contradictions of the trial of the investigation into the assassination of Chérubin Okende arouse reactions
Introduction :
The investigation into the assassination of Chérubin Okende, former Minister of Transport, continues to provoke political reactions in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The political leadership of Ensemble pour la République, party of Moïse Katumbi, expressed its concern over the contradictions of the Attorney General at the Court of Cassation. In a context where the autopsy has not yet been carried out, the early disclosure of the conclusions of the investigation worries the party, which refuses any manipulation aimed at diverting the investigation.
The contradictions of the Attorney General:
The Attorney General at the Court of Cassation, Firmin Mvonde Mambu, is at the heart of opposition criticism. Although he was cautious in his first declarations, he later asserted categorically that Chérubin Okende had been found shot dead in his car. However, review of the video of his initial statement shows that he had indeed given a clear assertion. This contradiction raises questions about the credibility of the survey.
The indignation of Together for the Republic:
The political leadership of Ensemble pour la République, represented by its secretary general, Dieudonné Bolengetenge, is expressing its indignation at the unjustified haste of the public prosecutor. For the party, it is incomprehensible to reveal the results of the investigation without having carried out the autopsy beforehand. The autopsy is considered essential to determine the circumstances of the death of Chérubin Okende and to open up conclusive leads towards the authors and the sponsors of this assassination.
Violation of the secrecy of the instruction:
In addition to the contradictions of the Attorney General, Together for the Republic also denounces the violation of the secrecy of the instruction. According to Congolese law and in criminal matters, the preparatory investigation of the investigation must remain confidential. The premature disclosure of the conclusions of the investigation by the Attorney General calls into question the fundamental principles of judicial investigation.
Call for an impartial international investigation:
Faced with these irregularities, Together for the Republic reiterates its call for the establishment of an impartial international commission of inquiry. The party is convinced that such a commission would make it possible to shed light on the assassination of Chérubin Okende in an independent and objective manner. Confidence in justice is essential to preserve stability and restore peace in the country.
Conclusion :
The contradictions of the Attorney General and the haste in the disclosure of the conclusions of the investigation into the assassination of Chérubin Okende arouse reactions within the Congolese political class. Together for the Republic expresses its concern about these facts and calls for an impartial international investigation to shed full light on this criminal act