How America eliminate LUMUMBA from power? The tragic murder of Patrice Lumumba.
Channel: Emperors
Date: 2023-08-08

Lumumba co-founded and became the president of the Mouvement National Congolais (MNC), a party that promoted independence, Africanization of the government, state-led economic development, and neutrality in foreign affairs. He quickly gained popularity due to his charisma, excellent oratory skills, and strong ideological beliefs.

Lumumba attended the All-African Peoples' Conference in Accra, Ghana, in 1958, where he further solidified his pan-Africanist beliefs and impressed Ghanaian president Kwame Nkrumah.

In late 1959, Lumumba was arrested for inciting an anti-colonial riot in Stanleyville but was released due to the MNC's strong showing in local elections. He became the formateur (delegate) tasked with forming a national unity government, leading to political negotiations and challenges.