Biya declared victor of Cameroon election: Why deadly protests broke out
Summary
Paul Biya was declared the winner of Cameroon's presidential election, prompting protests where at least four people died. Opposition supporters, challenging the results, engaged in demonstrations that turned violent, resulting in arrests and injuries. The election controversy centers around allegations of rigging and dissatisfaction with Biya's long tenure in power.Key Facts
- President Paul Biya won the recent presidential election in Cameroon.
- Biya, 92, has been in power since 1982 and is starting his eighth term.
- Protests erupted against the election results, leading to at least four deaths.
- Opposition supporters of Issa Tchiroma Bakary accused the government of rigging the election.
- The protests involved setting police cars on fire and blocking roads in Douala.
- Around 30 activists were arrested during the protests.
- The Constitutional Council declared Biya the winner with 53.66% of the vote, while Tchiroma received 35.19%.
- The Union for Change coalition backed Tchiroma as their candidate against Biya.
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