DRC: Fayulu condemns Prince Epenge’s detention and demands respect for his fundamental rights

Martin Fayulu has condemned the detention of Prince Epenge, Lamuka spokesperson and ADD Congo president, who was arrested Sunday at N’djili airport while preparing to travel to Rome. Epenge was transferred Tuesday to the Kinshasa/Gombe prosecutor’s office after two days at the National Cyber Defense Council and is accused of spreading false rumors about the death of Manassé Lomboto, who was killed during an opposition march on September 15. Fayulu is demanding respect for Epenge’s rights, an independent investigation and accountability without political pressure, and has urged the courts to examine a complaint filed by the C64. Epenge’s passport, seized by the Directorate General of Migration, has not been returned.