Author: Betrand Ntumnyuy

In a significant announcement that signals hope for Cameroon’s energy independence and regional economic stature, the Prime Minister, Head of Government, His Excellency Chief Dr. Joseph Dion Ngute, has declared that the National Oil Refinery (SONARA) will resume full petroleum production by the end of 2027. The pivotal revelation was made on Thursday during the Prime Minister’s inspection tour of the fire-ravaged facility, marking the culmination of his intensive three-day working visit to the South West Region. A Two-Year Roadmap to Revival Standing before the complex, Prime Minister Dion Ngute underscored the government’s unwavering commitment to resurrecting SONARA, a company…

In a powerful and heartfelt final push for votes, Minister Mbah Acha Rose swept into Batibo on Wednesday, October 8, carrying a message of hope, development, and unwavering support from President Paul Biya. As the Divisional Campaign Team Leader for the CPDM in Momo, her mission was clear and sweet: to charm the people of Batibo and ensure a massive victory for the incumbent come October 12. The rally was strategically filled with promises of empowerment for the two pillars of any community: women and the youth. Minister Mbah Acha, who is also the Minister Delegate at the Presidency in…

The coastal communities of Wovia and Botaland echoed with chants of “Victory!” and the rhythmic beats of traditional dances on Wednesday October 8, 2025, as the CPDM campaign train, steered by its formidable leader Dr. Thomas Ndive Molungu, swept through the villages with a clear message: vote for continuity, peace, and progress by re-electing President Paul Biya this October 12. The campaign team, which included the Fako 1B Section President, Ephraim Mbai, and the Mayor of Limbe II, HRH Chief Daniel Woka Ngale Ndive, embarked on a dynamic door-to-door strategy, meeting voters directly to consolidate support for the ruling party’s…

Campaign fever reached new heights in Nkambe Central Subdivision as Hon. Ngala Gerard, Member of Parliament, CPDM Section President, and Head of the Nkambe Council Campaign Team, stormed Binka village to fire up support for President Paul Biya’s re-election bid. The rally, held on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, Immediately after arriving Binka was attended by Mayor Musa Shey Nfor of Nkambe, along with other senior CPDM officials. Militants, traditional authorities, and villagers turned out in large numbers, filling the venue with songs, dances, and chants of loyalty to the ruling party. “Biya’s Re-Election Is Not a Joke” Addressing the crowd,…

There was joy and relief on the streets of Douala today after the Indomitable Lions beat Mauritius 2-0 in a must-win World Cup qualifier. The victory keeps Cameroon’s hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup alive. The important match was played in Côte d’Ivoire. After a slow first half, second-half goals from Nominga Malou and Bryan Mbeumo sealed the vital three points for Cameroon. A Win That Boosts Morale This win was special for coach Marc Brys. It is the first time he has won two games in a row since he became the coach of the Indomitable Lions.…

Today is a very important day for the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon. They are playing their last match in the group stage of the World Cup qualifiers. Their opponent is Mauritius, and the game will be played at the National Sports Complex in Côte d’Or. The Situation: A Difficult Path Cameroon’s journey to the 2026 World Cup has been tough. In their group, they have played 5 games so far. Their record is: * 1 Win * 3 Draws * 1 Loss This means they are not in the top spot. To have any chance of qualifying, they must win…

The Prime Minister, Head of Government, Chief Dr. Joseph Dion Ngute, has embarked on a three-day working visit to the South West Region, beginning with a landmark stop in Limbe, Fako Division on Tuesday October 7, 2025. The visit comes just hours after the Prime Minister saw off President Paul Biya at the Nsimalen International Airport as the Head of State departed for his campaign rally in Maroua, Far North Region. Upon arrival in Limbe, Dr. Ngute was received with warmth and enthusiasm by the South West Regional Governor, Bernard Okalia Bilai, alongside local administrative, traditional, and political authorities. Salary…

Cameroon’s football legend, Samuel Eto’o Fils, has been appointed Vice President of FIFA’s Laws of the Game Commission, a landmark achievement that places him at the heart of the body responsible for shaping global football rules. The FIFA Laws of the Game, updated annually by IFAB, form the backbone of world football – from match duration and VAR usage to refereeing standards and player conduct. In his new role, Eto’o will be tasked with helping interpret, refine, and modernize these regulations to keep pace with the evolving demands of the sport. Yet, back home in Cameroon, Eto’o’s rise on the…

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…

For the first time since the launch of his re-election campaign, President Paul Biya, presidential candidate of the ruling CPDM, appeared in public today Tuesday, 7 October 2025, in the Far North region, delivering a stirring address in Maroua that lasted nearly twenty minutes. His appearance in Maroua holds particular political weight: the Far North Region accounts for 1,337,796 registered voters, or approximately 16.28 % of the national electorate — making it one of the most electorally significant regions in the country. A Warm Welcome in Maroua When President Biya’s motorcade rolled from the airport into Maroua, the regional capital…