Cameroon's 92-year-old president wins controversial eighth term
Summary
Paul Biya, the 92-year-old President of Cameroon, has won an eighth term in office with 53.7% of the vote amidst allegations of election misconduct and protests. The election saw violent clashes between supporters of opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary and security forces. Despite the unrest, the ruling party claims the victory as a sign of hope.Key Facts
- Paul Biya, aged 92, has been re-elected as President of Cameroon with 53.7% of the vote.
- Opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary received 35.2% of the vote.
- The election on October 12 was marked by allegations of voter fraud and violence.
- Protests have led to at least four deaths and continued clashes with security forces.
- The Constitutional Council rejected 10 petitions of electoral malpractice.
- Cameroon is experiencing unrest, with shops and schools closing in the capital, Yaoundé.
- Tensions are high, with accusations that the ruling party planned to alter the election outcome.
- Paul Biya has been in power since 1982 and is rarely seen in public, spending much time abroad.
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