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The September 22 mass demonstration, which has aptly been described as the Ambazonian Spring that swept across major towns in the Northwest and Southwest Regions of Cameroon was not a happenstance to officials of the United State Embassy in Cameroon.
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Government taken off guard by a people whose resolve for their freedom and quest for their their Independence is so high. Millions of people steamed into the streets and hamlets across Southern Cameroon's to show strength, resilience, conviction, determination and above all a passionate desire to die for their just cause,getting their sovereignty restored.
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Last Friday in front of his hotel room in New York, protesters were chanting “Paul Biya must go”. This implies that Paul Biy’s longevity in power is at the centre of the Anglophone Problem. The current unrest is first of all a prove that his regime has been rejected. Thirty-five years in power! That’s too much!! When Biya came to power in 1982, the country controlled its borders and was equally united. Thirty-five years later, Paul Biya is ready to throw us into chaos. Our country is not only facing attacks but it is also on the brink of secession . In fact, Paul Biya governs only seven of the ten regions. The South West, North West and Far North have been destabilized. Worse still, the other parts of the nation are not safe from unrest. The East Region, for instance, is already facing attacks and occupation from some armed groups from the Central African Republic..
There is every indication Cameroon’s problem are Paul Biya and his bad regime.
With the current situation, there are only three things left for him to do in order to avoid chaos:
- Proclaim the calendar of his retirement from politics and public life. Paul Biya must decline to run for presidency. After negotiations, the state could, as the constitution(which he has twisted so well) stipulates, grant him the immunity and honour reserved for the head of state and his family.
- Sit at the negotiating table with all the components of the nation. It is high time Cameroonians sat at the negotiating table to discuss the future which they desire for this country. Thirty-five years in power has left many wounds. The people [of Cameroon] have been divided politically, ethnically and socially. The nation is in conflict with its diaspora. It is high time everybody was brought at the negotiating table to mend things.
- Undertake constitutional reform on the nature of the state. The current form of the state is no longer welcome. The centralized state has been useful only to a tiny minority. It is high time power was given back to the people through their elected representatives. Paul Biya must not continue to rule simply to live and die in power. It’s the future of this country and that of our children which are at stake.
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I was born in the French-speaking part of this country[Cameroon] with terrible hate for English(a mere second language like Spanish, German). There were also these guys from Muyuka and Kumba who dressed strangely. Then came life at university with the “make quick, the restaurant is open”. That era when Ngoa-Ekelle[Unversity of YaoundeI] was a real thorn in the flesh of our brothers from the North West and South West. But for us [Francophones], everything was okay. There was absolutely no need to speak English. Summarily, even programmes in English on Radio Cameroun were boring. There wasn’t any TV channel in Cameroon by then. In fact, “I do so swear” during the swearing in of the head of state was a luxury. I was born on the good side of the Mungo[French Cameroon].
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Earlier this Sunday Morning, the Bishop of Buea during a mass which he celebrated, disclosed that, his Christians will have to respect the 1st of October 2017, which is promising to be a very remarkable day for Southern Cameroonians.
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Barrister Agbor Balla has today, Sunday, 24.09.2017 issued a statement to friends and well-wishers after his recent release from jail.Below is thee full release:
To all parents, children, students, businessmen and women, I sincerely thank you for all your prayers and your enormous and invaluable sacrifice.
To the lawyers and teachers, you once again demonstrated through your sustained support that you remain the rightful custodians of our common heritage. And to our indefatigable defence team of the detainees, I salute you and especially thank you for your sacrifices and support, as we continue to seek the release of the remaining members of our community.
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# 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.
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.# 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.
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