Populations in Cameroon’s Far North Region (Cameroon) are preparing for a major public reception this Saturday, April 11, 2026, in honor of Cavaye Yéguié Djibril, First Class Traditional Ruler and long-time political figure.Residents from Mayo-Sava Division and Tokombéré are mobilizing to welcome the veteran statesman during what is expected to be a large-scale homecoming ceremony.
A Return Following Institutional Changes
The event comes shortly after recent institutional changes in Yaoundé, where Cavaye Yéguié Djibril ended his historic tenure as Speaker of the National Assembly of Cameroon after serving in the role for 34 years.Widely regarded as one of the longest-serving parliamentary leaders in Africa, his leadership at the helm of the lower house of parliament has been a defining feature of Cameroon’s political landscape for decades.
Grand Motorcade Planned
Organizers say the homecoming will feature a large motorcade expected to attract thousands of supporters along the route. The procession will begin in Maroua before passing through several localities including Dargala, and finally arriving in Mada (Far North Cameroon), where the main celebrations will take place.Residents are expected to line the roads to greet the veteran politician and traditional ruler as he returns to his native area.
Political and Community Mobilization
Supporters of the Cameroon People’s Democratic Movement (CPDM/RDPC), alongside local elites, youth groups, and women’s associations, are reportedly mobilizing in large numbers for the occasion.Many participants describe the event as a moment to express gratitude and loyalty to the man often referred to by supporters as an “illustrious patriarch.”
Celebration in Mada
The final stop in Mada is expected to host the largest gathering, with cultural displays and public celebrations planned to honor Cavaye Yéguié Djibril’s decades of service in national politics and traditional leadership.Local organizers say the town will “vibrate with honor and dignity” as residents pay tribute to one of the most influential figures to have represented the Far North on the national political stage.
Fabris KEHDINGA
