President Paul Biya, 92, has vowed to keep fighting for Cameroon’s future, declaring that he will not step down from the national stage.
Making his first campaign appearance in Maroua on Tuesday 7 October, 2025, since the presidential race began last week, Biya told thousands of cheering supporters that his mission to build a “united, peaceful, modern and prosperous Cameroon” remains unchanged.
“I will not rest until the problems facing Cameroon and its people are resolved,” Biya told the crowd.
The veteran leader, who has ruled for 43 years, focused on urgent national issues:
* Jobs for Youth: He promised more training, funding, and entrepreneurship opportunities, stressing that “no young person, whether with a degree or not, will be left behind.”
* Women’s Empowerment: Biya pledged stronger protections against violence and more women in leadership.
* Roads & Energy: He announced progress on strategic roads and new hydroelectric and solar projects to ease shortages.
* Security: He praised the army and local vigilance committees for their fight against Boko Haram and cross-border crime.
Despite his age, Biya insisted that the “best is yet to come,” urging voters to give him another mandate in the October 12 election.
“Together, we have overcome many challenges. We will continue to march steadily toward progress,” he declared, drawing thunderous applause.
At 92, Paul Biya’s message was clear: retirement is not on the agenda.
