The Ogun State Police Command has uncovered a Cameroonian kidnap syndicate posing as visa agents, arresting two suspects after a victim escaped captivity and alerted authorities.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has congratulated Cameroon’s President Paul Biya on his re-election, pledging to deepen political and economic cooperation as both nations mark 55 years of diplomatic ties in 2026.
Wenger found Weah in Cameroon; decades later, Biya still rules as Weah’s presidency ends.
Four people were killed as protests by supporters of opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary turned violent ahead of Cameroon’s official presidential election results.
Cameroon’s opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary has declared victory over longtime President Paul Biya, urging the government to respect the vote ahead of official results.
Cameroon’s 92-year-old President Paul Biya is widely expected to secure an eighth term as the country votes amid youth discontent and calls for change.
“I was left with no option but to flee to Cameroon,” said Abdulrahman Abubakar, the district head of Kirawa, after Boko Haram torched his palace.
Cameroon’s presidential campaign launched Sunday in the absence of 92-year-old incumbent Paul Biya, who is abroad on a “private trip,” while challengers mobilized across regions.
Brenda Biya, daughter of President Paul Biya, has urged Cameroonians not to reelect her father, openly opposing his eighth-term bid in a historic move.
Former Attorney-General Michael Aondoakaa said handing over Bakassi to Cameroon caused him sleepless nights but stressed the decision, led by President Obasanjo, was taken in Nigeria’s best interest.