Cameroon: Between Rumors and Reality, What Ambazonians Should Actually Know

For Ambazonia, the lesson is simple:
The struggle is not shaped by rumors, but by long-term weakness in Yaoundé’s governance and its failure to resolve historical injustice.

By The Independentistnews Political desk

Social media is once again flooded with dramatic claims: collapsing regimes, secret palace deals, foreign interventions, and imminent political endings. Much of this noise is designed to shock, excite, or mislead. The facts tell a quieter—but more important—story.

According to verified international reporting, Paul Biya remains in power. Despite his age and decades-long rule, he was officially declared winner of the October 2025 presidential election and sworn in for another term. That result was widely disputed, sparked protests, and drew criticism over credibility—but legally and diplomatically, the regime still stands.

At the same time, the election revealed deep cracks within Cameroon’s political system. Issa Tchiroma Bakary, once part of the establishment, emerged as a leading opposition figure. He openly challenged the official narrative and even claimed victory before results were announced. Authorities rejected his claim, unrest followed, and credible reports indicate he later left the country under political pressure.

What has not been verified are the viral claims: that Biya is “finished,” that power has secretly shifted, or that dramatic foreign-backed takeovers are underway. These remain speculation, not fact.

Why this matters to Ambazonia

Cameroon is not collapsing overnight—but it is not stable either. The regime survives through force, control, and silence, not legitimacy. The election exposed public fatigue, political fragility, and a system struggling to renew itself.

For Ambazonia, the lesson is simple:
The struggle is not shaped by rumors, but by long-term weakness in Yaoundé’s governance and its failure to resolve historical injustice. Ignore the hype. Watch the structure. That is where the real story is unfolding.

The Independentistnews political desk