Lieutenant-Colonel Delphin Nkulu is now a wanted man after allegedly fleeing with the cash register of the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC)’s 11th Brigade.
A confidential military telegram circulated under high security classification has ordered all FARDC units to activate their intelligence services and apprehend Lt Col Nkulu, who disappeared with special operations funds on December 24.
The accused officer, assigned to the 3306 Infantry Regiment, is believed to have taken substantial operational resources critical to brigade logistics and personnel.
The order, originating from the 33rd Regional Military Command and Tactical Forces in South Kivu, was relayed via Telegram No. 0239/085, citing the officer’s identification number and instructing that, if found, he be arrested and brought to the nearest military tribunal without delay.
The directive was signed by Col. Bayomba Mahamba Bams Joseph, acting commander of the 11th Brigade, and emphasizes wide distribution and swift execution.
The incident, which occurred in Uvira, raises serious concerns about internal oversight and accountability within FARDC ranks.
As of now, Lt Col Nkulu’s whereabouts remain unknown, and the army has launched a region-wide search.