In a display of energy and determination, opposition leader and presidential hopeful Issa Tchiroma Bakary embarked on a marathon campaign tour that took him across two regions in a single day. His whirlwind journey underscored his message of change, accountability, and hope as he seeks to challenge the long-standing dominance of the ruling Cameroon People’s Democratic Movement (CPDM) in the upcoming presidential election on October 12, 2025.
Tchiroma began his Sunday October 5, tour in Buea, the capital of the South West Region, where he addressed a large crowd at Checkpoint Molyko after he was denied access to the Molyko Omnisport Stadium. His central theme was the urgent need to end corruption and the crisis in the NW and SW region and build a Cameroon where ordinary citizens can enjoy a better quality of life. He called on the population to not only vote for him but also to remain at polling stations on election day to ensure that their votes are properly counted.
“The power to bring change lies in your hands,” Tchiroma told the Buea crowd. “Vote for Issa Tchiroma on October 12, and make sure your votes are protected. Together, we will build a Cameroon of justice and prosperity.”
From Buea, the opposition leader moved to Limbe, capital of Fako Division, where another massive crowd awaited him. The coastal city turned out in numbers to listen to his campaign message, which echoed the themes of reform, economic opportunity, and transparent governance.
Later in the day, Tchiroma traveled to Douala in the Littoral Region, where anticipation was even higher. A sea of supporters had gathered in Bepanda Omnisport stadium entrance, braving heavy rains to welcome the candidate. Despite the downpour earlier in the day, the crowd remained on the ground for hours before his arrival, cheering and chanting slogans of change. Tchiroma finally appeared around 6:00 p.m., delivering his message of hope and determination under the floodlights of Cameroon’s largest city.
The scenes of enthusiasm in both Limbe and Douala highlighted the momentum Tchiroma has been building in the final stretch of the campaign. Supporters described him as a leader willing to engage directly with the people, contrasting sharply with the absence of CPDM candidate President Paul Biya, whose physical presence has not yet been seen at any campaign rally.
As the clock ticks down to October 12, the question on many Cameroonians’ minds is whether Tchiroma’s energetic campaign and grassroots appeal will translate into votes strong enough to challenge the CPDM’s longstanding political machine.
For now, his ability to crisscross two regions in one day has energized his supporters and reinforced his image as a candidate willing to go the extra mile to earn the trust of the people.
