Today, however, Issa Tchiroma and his newly appointed Judge Alice kom appear speaking English, as though mere language could persuade Ambazonians to abandon their principles. To many, this feels less like respect and more like political performance — an attempt to influence opinion without addressing the root causes of the conflict.
By Hon. Che The Independentist Contributor
Issa Tchiroma has recently taken a surprising turn, calling on the people of Ambazonia to unite with him in pursuing “freedom for Cameroun.” This new appeal stands in sharp contrast to his earlier declarations — especially his repeated claim that there was no war in Ambazonia and that Cameroun was “one and indivisible.”
It is fair to question whether this new position is realistic. His shift in tone makes his previous arguments appear out of place, like clothing that no longer fits. Even ordinary observers, far removed from political debates, understand what lies at the heart of the Ambazonian struggle. Ambazonians are not fighting to repair Cameroun; they are fighting to restore the sovereignty that Ambazonia possessed before 1961.
Another point of contention is the sudden embrace of the English language. For decades, English was marginalized or treated with hostility in French Cameroun’s public sphere. Today, however, Issa Tchiroma and his newly appointed Judge Alice kom appear speaking English, as though mere language could persuade Ambazonians to abandon their principles. To many, this feels less like respect and more like political performance — an attempt to influence opinion without addressing the root causes of the conflict.
It is equally important to clarify that Anglophones are not Ambazonia. They are individuals from many ethnic groups who speak English. Ambazonia, however, is a distinct nation with its own history, identity, boundaries, anthem, and institutions. For this reason, Issa Tchiroma should stop attempting to redefine the Ambazonian question and instead confront the realities within Cameroun.
Ambazonia today is a restored country with a government, a constitution, a flag, and the leadership of President Samuel Ikome Sako, both in exile and on the home front. No amount of political rebranding from Yaoundé will change this truth.
Long live the Federal Republic of Ambazonia.
Long live truth, clarity, and justice.
Hon. Che
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