Ally of Cameroon president, 92, quits 'broken' government to challenge him
Summary
Issa Tchiroma Bakary, a former ally of Cameroon's President Paul Biya, has left the government to challenge him in the upcoming elections. Bakary criticized the current administration for losing public trust and proposed changes like federalism to address national issues.Key Facts
- Issa Tchiroma Bakary was a long-time government minister under President Paul Biya.
- Bakary resigned from the government four months before Cameroon's elections.
- He joined a rival political party, criticizing the current government's long rule.
- President Paul Biya is the world's oldest head of state at 92 years old.
- Bakary proposed federalism to give more power to Cameroon's 10 provinces.
- High unemployment, corruption, and security issues are major concerns in Cameroon.
- A separatist conflict affects the English-speaking regions of the country.
- The government has restricted political activities of Bakary's party in some areas.
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