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The introduction of a Vice President—whether symbolic or strategic—does not alter the fundamental questions that remain unanswered. It does not redefine the relationship between Ambazonia and La République du Cameroun. And it does not resolve the deeper issue of political identity and self-determination. By Carl SandersGuest Writer, The IndependentistnewsSoho, London3 April 2026 As the so-called
The Ambazonian struggle is not only against external domination; it is also against internal complicity. The greatest obstacle to freedom has never been the oppressor alone—it has always been the willing collaborators within. By Ali Dan Ismael, Editor-in-Chief The Independentistnews History is uncomfortable when it tells the truth. One of its most unsettling lessons is
The tragedy is not that such headlines are printed. The tragedy is that they are expected. Expected in a system where power has become insulated from consequence, and where narratives are crafted to preserve an illusion of order while reality continues to fracture. By Ali Dan IsmaelEditor-in-Chief, The Independentistnews. 3 April 2026 The front page
What responsibility does history impose? What role should former administering powers play in present crises? And how can past decisions be reconciled with current realities in a way that prioritises peace and human dignity? By Lester MaddoxGuest Contributor, The IndependentistnewsOakland County, California. April 2, 2026 The history of Southern Cameroons is often discussed in legal
France, like many global actors, operates within a complex web of strategic, economic, and diplomatic considerations. Yet, complexity does not remove the need for clarity. If values are to guide policy, then those values must be seen to apply across contexts, not selectively. By Lester MaddoxGuest Contributor The Independentist NewsOakland County, California. April 2, 2026
The question, then, is not whether the Commonwealth has a role—but whether it is prepared to exercise it with the clarity and resolve that the situation demands. By Lester MaddoxGuest Contributor The IndependentistnewsOakland County, California. 2 April 2026 What is the purpose of the Commonwealth today? It is often described as a “family of nations”
The metaphor often used is stark: that those who helped design the structure are now reluctant to confront its failures. Whether one agrees with that framing or not, it reflects a broader frustration—that the international response has not matched the urgency of the situation on the ground. By Lester Maddox Guest ContributorThe Independentistnews Oakland County,
The people affected by this conflict do not need more statements. They need movement—measurable, credible, and sustained. If global leadership is to retain meaning, it must be demonstrated not only in words, but in the willingness to act when it matters most. By Lester MaddoxGuest Contributor, The IndependentistnewsOakland County, California. April 1, 2026 Let us
Barrister Fru John Nsoh’s role illustrates one important dimension of the struggle—legal advocacy and international engagement. Whether this approach yields decisive outcomes remains to be seen, but its significance cannot be dismissed By Lester Maddox, Guest Contributor, Independentist News, Oakland County, California. April 1, 2026 Recent reporting by The Guardian Post suggesting “abandonment” within Ambazonian
The Choice Between “Walking Slaves” and the Train to Buea
The choice now confronting many is not framed in slogans, but in realities. It is a choice about identity, security, and the kind of system people believe can best protect both. By Carl SandersGuest Writer The Independentistnews Soho, London3 April 2026 The events of early 2026 have stripped away whatever illusions remained about the idea