Politics
Two Boko Haram suicide bombers have blown themselves up in Cameroon, killing themselves and eight civilians.
The suicide attacks took place in Kolofata, a town in Cameroon’s far north, not far from the border with Nigeria, reported Cameroonian newspaper, L’Oeil du Sahel.
The blasts occurred on Wednesday evening local time, hours after a village head in Nigeria and his son were on Wednesday morning killed by Boko Haram in Cameroon’s far north where they had found refuge.
Identified only as Musa, the head of Doglo village in Nigeria, along with his son, were killed by Boko Haram terrorists at Fadje Fota, a locality in Cameroon’s far north, not very far from the Nigerian border.
They had arrived there exactly to avoid being caught in the Boko Haram atrocities, but ended up being killed anyway, as the terrorists continue to expand their quest to establish a caliphate in the Lake Chad Basin.
Boko Haram has wreaked havoc in Cameroon and Nigeria in recent weeks and months, killing many people in suicide bombings and gun attacks and putting a lie to claims by Nigerian leader Muhammadu Buhari that the ISIS’ partners in death in West and Central Africa had been defeated.
A landmine on Tuesday killed a Cameroonian soldier. Several bomb blasts have occurred in recent days and weeks in Nigeria and Cameroon.
In all, Boko Haram has massacred over 25, 000 people in Nigeria since 2009 and more than two million people displaced there are still in IDPs’ camps. Thousands of people have also been kidnapped and many remain missing till date, including more than100 Chibok girls abducted from their school dormitory in Chibok in 2014.
In Cameroon, more than 2000 civilians and hundreds of soldiers and policemen have been killed by Boko Haram since 2014 in over 500 suicide bombings and gun attacks.
Despite reassurances by longtime President of Cameroon, Paul Biya, that the terrorists who pledged allegiance of the Islamic State in 2015 would soon be wiped out, killings and displacements of civilians have continued.
Mr. Biya, who has been in power for 35 years and spends months on vacation abroad, has not set foot in Cameroon’s far north even though his countrymen have been experiencing hell brought to them by Boko Haram.
Worse, when over 30 Cameroonian soldiers were killed by Boko Haram, and their bodies brought close to the Presidential palace in Cameroon, Mr. Biya did not even attend an event organised to honour them.
- Details
- Simon Ateba
- Hits: 3271
We are getting reports from the Ngoa Ekelle Glass house that, Hon Joseph Wirba is at the National Assembly after leaving the country following spate of arrest of Anglophones in January, In what his fans describe as the second crossing of the red line by the Nso Warrior.
The SDF Member of Parliament from the Jakiri Constituency in the North West is reported to have fled through Nigeria to the UK after news of his arrest reached him on time. Hon Wirba entered Parliament this morning singing, "WIRBA IS BACK" as he mounted the rostrum. But was asked to take his seat by long term House Speaker, Cavaye Yegue Djibril.
He is said to have brought to Cavaye's notice a request to be protected but that was never answered by the House speaker. Hon Wirba came to the spotlight and gained the admiration of a vast majority of Anglophones after he delivered a fire brand speech at the November session of Parliament. The famous liberation speech is said to have been a cracker in the Anglophone crisis which took a dramatic twist by December.
In the meantime, another SDF MP, Hon Fusi Namukong is reported to have denied the rostrum after the House Speaker called his "tughu" attire poor dressing. An uneasy calm presently reigns in Parliament.
We are closely following the developments
- Details
- pereezdlenMO
- Hits: 4569
The announcement by Felix Teche to challenge long serving chairman Fru Ndi has not been digested comfortably sympathizers of the cheif tain. We learnt that the Fru Ndi camp has been multiplying strategic meetings meetings to come out with a plan to fustrate the plans of the journalist.
Its even rumored in some quarters that an extra Ordinary session of the NEC could be convened to look into the files of those who, intend to run for the National stool of the SDF. While supporters of the ambitious militant see their choice's decision as a legitimate move that will open anew page for the party, supporters of Fru Ndi have not hidden thier dissatisfaction which they have qualified as an "internal coup" against the chairman.
While the party has always praised itself as an open democratic entity, the party has also come under criticisms for showing the exit door on any one who openly challenges the chairman. And Teche's view that the Fru Ndi's era has passed has not been recieved in some quarters of the party.
John Fru Ndi is yet to announce his intention to run . But that has not borthered his diehards who still believe the partriach has some steam to make President Biya sweat during the 2018 elections.
Felix Teche knows it won't be a smooth ride to execute his plan, as he risk being shown the door for challenging the incumbent leader. But he says he is determined to bring a new impetus to a party he joined form Nigeria while in school.
- Details
- Hits: 2039
Cameroon says the Exim Bank of China has made available the amount of FCFA 75billion loan package for the provision of 500,000 laptop computers to students.
The information was made public by the Minister of Higher Education on Tuesday during a news conference in Yaoundé.
The firm to supply the machines is ready to start assembling, the statesman said.
The lone agreement was signed last year in China between the bank and Cameroon, represented by prime minister Yang Philemon.
Paul Biya announced the controversial offer in July 2016.Students from public and stade-recognized private higher institutions of learning are set to benefit from the controversial gifts.
The offer is limited to the 2016/2017 academic year.
Registration is ongoing at some institutions meanwhile others have already completed.
This has been considered by Biya's critics as a political move, especially given the closeness of the 2018 presidential election.
But the president argues he wants his children to join the digital race.
In the meantime, the exact date for distribution is yet to be disclosed.
- Details
- Rita Akana
- Hits: 1901
Custom officers at their Fotokol control duty post, are said to have seized 200kg of drugs which were destined for the Nigerian based terrorist group Boko Haram, KOACI.COM reveals.
The information was confirmed yesterday morning, by a security source serving as a member of the multinational mixed force, fighting against the insurgency, who preferred to remain anonymous.
According to this source, 3000 packets of tramadol were intercepted by agents of the Cameroon customs, working around the Fotokol border between Cameroon and Nigeria in the Logone and Chari division of the Far North Region.
Besides the packets of tramadol, Indian hemp which was on its way to Chad where Boko haram is trying to make their presence felt after pledging their allegiance to ISIS, was equally seized. The Indian hemp was put in gallons, sachets and cartons.
It is with these drugs that, the terrorist sect transforms the young minds of girls at a tender age, who become courageous enough to commit suicide without having to think twice. It is equally used on their baby boy fighters, whom they capture from villages. At the initial stage, they are still shaky, but when they must have been transformed with the narcotics, they are ready to shoot and kill anybody who stands on their way.
- Details
- Emergency Admin
- Hits: 3331
Th director of the National School of Administration and Magistracy has issued a communiqué launching the most awaited competitive entrance examination into that institution.
The 2017/2018 session of the exams has 405 places for both cycles, A&B.
A special session of the exams was launched several weeks back to recruit English-speaking Cameroonians in the wake of the unrest in West Cameroon.
This other session is the normal entrance organized every year.
ENAM is one of the most coveted institutions in Cameroon. Unlike most public institutions, ENAM gives students the opportunity of receiving meaningful allowances.
Above all, integration is more than 100% guaranteed.
That may explain why it is rumoured that people by their way into it.
Whether it is true or not, you must be 'someone with a golden spoon in your move'.
As details fall in, we will keep your informed.
Or you can visit the websites of ENAM, as they post the communiqué.
- Details
- Rita Akana
- Hits: 3456
Subcategories
Biya Article Count: 73
# Paul Biya and his regime
Explore the political landscape of Cameroon under the rule of Paul Biya, the longest-serving president in Africa who has been in power since 1982. Our Paul Biya and his regime section examines the policies, actions, and controversies of his government, as well as the opposition movements, civil society groups, and international actors that challenge or support his leadership. You'll also find profiles, interviews, and opinions on the key figures and events that shape the political dynamics of Cameroon.
Southern Cameroons Article Count: 549
.# Southern Cameroons, Ambazonia
Learn more about the history, culture, and politics of Ambazonia, the Anglophone regions of Cameroon that have been seeking self-determination and independence from the Francophone-dominated central government. Our Southern Cameroons section covers the ongoing conflict, the humanitarian crisis, the human rights violations, and the peace efforts in the region. You'll also find stories that highlight the rich and diverse heritage, traditions, and aspirations of the Southern Cameroonian people.
Editorial Article Count: 885
# Opinion
Get insights and perspectives on the issues that matter to Cameroon and the world with our opinion section. We feature opinions from our editors, columnists, and guest writers, who share their views and analysis on various topics, such as politics, economy, culture, and society. Our opinion section also welcomes contributions from our readers, who can submit their own opinions and comments. Join the conversation and express your opinions with our opinion section.
