Author: Jamia Ndamukong
BRUSSELS — The European Parliament has adopted a resolution calling for the immediate and unconditional release of five Cameroonian journalists—Amadou Vamoulké, Kingsley Fomunyuy Njoka, Mancho Bibixy, Thomas Awah Junior, and Tsi Conrad—citing systemic violations of press freedom and human rights in Cameroon.Passed by a show of hands on April 3, the resolution urges Cameroonian authorities to uphold press freedom, especially in the lead-up to the country’s 2025 presidential elections. It also calls on the European Union and its member states to leverage diplomatic and economic influence to advocate for human rights improvements in Cameroon.The detained journalists have faced various charges,…
LOS ANGELES—Ivo Tanku Tapang, a Cameroonian academic and political refugee, has filed a federal defamation lawsuit against Los Angeles-based attorney Emmanuel Nsahlai, alleging that Nsahlai falsely labeled him a “terrorist” in widely circulated communications.The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, seeks at least $100,000 in damages, claiming Nsahlai deliberately spread false and damaging allegations about Tapang, including accusations of immigration fraud and terrorist activities. Tapang has vehemently denied the claims, calling them baseless and defamatory.“This case is about protecting my name, my profession, and my future from baseless and reckless accusations,” Tapang said…
Bangui – In a move that briefly strained relations in Central Africa, 30,000 tonnes of diesel donated by Russia to the Central African Republic (CAR) were blocked in late January 2025 at the port of Douala by Cameroonian authorities. The explanation for the delay, as cited by the Cameroonian government, was related to international sanctions imposed on Russia due to its ongoing conflict in Ukraine.The issue came to light when Russian state media Sputnik reported the blockade, prompting Cameroonian authorities to reconsider and allow the fuel to proceed to its destination in Bangui.The donation of diesel, a critical lifeline for…
Bamenda – A heartbreaking incident unfolded on December 23, 2024, at the Fon’s Palace in Baligham, Santa Local Government Area. Gah Frankline, a 35-year-old man reportedly linked to separatist activities, visited the Fon’s palace—a decision that would seal his tragic fate.An informant told ABS News that upon Frankline’s arrival, the Fon detained him and swiftly summoned the Cameroon military. The military forces arrived, subjected him to brutal treatment, and subsequently arrested him. Frankline was later transported to Awing, where he was summarily executed. His lifeless body was unceremoniously discarded in the area, marking a chilling end to the day’s events.But…
N’Djamena – The African landscape is witnessing a seismic shift in relations with France as Chad demands the withdrawal of French forces from its territory. Meanwhile, Senegal is revisiting the dark chapters of its colonial history, fueling a broader reexamination of France’s role in Africa.In a decisive move, the government of Chad has formally requested France to remove its troops, signaling a dramatic pivot in the nation’s foreign and military policy. For decades, Chad has been a cornerstone of France’s military presence in Africa, hosting troops as part of the broader counterterrorism operations in the Sahel.Chadian officials cited growing dissatisfaction…
Bamenda – In a harrowing escalation of violence, the people of Baba 1 in Ngoketunjia County were plunged into fear and grief today as Cameroonian (LRC) soldiers unleashed brutal retaliation, looting and killing in a clear attempt to retaliate against the village’s perceived support of Ambazonia Restoration Fighters (ARF). The raid unfolded in the wee hours of the night at around 1 AM on Monday, November 11, 2024, when armed Cameroonian forces stormed the village with the alleged assistance of a masked local informant—a ‘blackleg’—who led the soldiers directly to areas believed to be ARF strongholds.This military incursion, widely seen…
By Suzzane Efiong, October 23, 2024MOSCOW – Russia has hosted the latest summit of the BRICS nations—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—in what analysts are interpreting as a calculated message to the West. The meeting took place amidst heightened geopolitical tensions and shifting global alliances.The BRICS grouping has long been viewed as a platform for emerging economies to challenge the dominance of Western financial and political structures, particularly those led by the United States and Europe. This year’s summit, held in Moscow, took on added significance as Russia faces increasing isolation from the West due to its ongoing war…