KINSHASA, Sept. 28 (Xinhua) -- The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on Monday denounced an activist of the non-governmental organization (NGO) for preparing a rebel movement in the central African country's restive eastern region.
Communication Minister Lambert Mende Omalanga told a press conference in the capital Kinshasa that a rebel movement is preparing in Kisangani in the province of Orientale.
Mende said Firmin Yangambi, who is the owner of an NGO group called "Peace on Earth", was arrested on Sept. 23 by security forces while preparing to transport an arms cargo from Kinshasa to Kisangani, where he intended to begin a rebel movement.
The government spokesman refused to give details on the type and quantity of the seized arms, or the motives for rebellion, but said the arms were bought in Kinshasa.
"The exhibits cannot be exposed to the larger public. Justice will take its course," Mende said, indicating that Yangambi's case had been referred to the highest military court.
The town of Kisangni has witnessed several rebel movements, the latest since the 2002-2003 war.
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