Author: Suzanne Efiong
Bamenda- In the heart of war-torn Bamenda, where grief and resistance have become the rhythm of daily life, a grand ceremony unfolded last Sunday with the dedication of RAMAH Cathedral, also known as the Mountain Top Cathedral. What should have been a moment of spiritual soberness instead sparked outrage and soul-searching among many in the city.The event, led by Pastor Warah, marked the unveiling of a purported 15,000-seat sanctuary. Yet, even the scale of the cathedral is questionable, with congregants doubting its actual capacity. As the ceremony progressed, skepticism grew over whether the day was truly about honoring God or…
Akwaya – The Chiefs of Messaga Ekol Court Area in Akwaya Subdivision have announced a meeting set for December 30, 2024, aimed at fostering dialogue and restoring “normalcy” in a region deeply scarred by years of conflict. The ambitious plan comes as tensions remain high, with Cameroonian military forces currently occupying parts of Ballin village, adding urgency to the need for peace.Peace and stability first eluded Akwaya in 2016, with the eruption of the Ambazonia war—a conflict rooted in the annexation and marginalization of the former British Southern Cameroons by La République du Cameroun, the French-speaking majority. What began as…
The director of Equatorial Guinea’s National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF), Baltasar Ebang Engonga, has allegedly been involved in illicit sex activities spanning several years. Evidence indicates he recorded over 300 explicit sex videos involving various women, including highly connected individuals such as his brother’s wife, a cousin, and even the sister of President Teodoro Obiang NguemaEngonga’s behavior was exposed after an investigation led to the discovery of the sex videos on his office computer. The scandal surfaced early November 2024, although the precise timeline of these recordings has not been fully disclosed. The exposure of this content, widely shared across…
The U.S. Department of State recently imposed visa restrictions on individuals suspected of attempting to undermine Ghana’s democratic process ahead of its December 2024 presidential and parliamentary elections. This measure reflects the U.S.’s dedication to supporting transparent and credible elections in Ghana, which has been a regional model for peaceful political transitions over the past three decades. The visa restrictions apply under Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the U.S. Immigration and Nationality Act and are intended to disqualify individuals who engage in election manipulation, coercion, violence, or suppression of freedoms associated with democratic participation.Specific targets of this policy include those involved in…
Accra, Ghana – Ghana’s parliament has been indefinitely suspended following chaotic scenes that erupted over a fierce dispute regarding which party holds the majority in the legislative chamber. Speaker Alban Bagbin made the announcement after tensions boiled over on Tuesday, with MPs from both the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) attempting to claim seats reserved for the majority party.The turmoil stems from a recent development where four MPs defected from their respective parties to run under different banners in the upcoming December 7 general election. Speaker Bagbin declared their seats vacant, citing constitutional…
WASHINGTON D.C. – As America stands at the crossroads of yet another crucial election, the closing message from Donald Trump isn’t merely a list of promises—it’s a stark reminder of a choice between two distinct visions of the future. With only days left until the polls open, Trump’s message should be clear: he has been there, done that, and delivered, while Kamala Harris and her administration have plunged the nation into chaos.Trump doesn’t need to promise the world because he already gave it to the American people during his first term. His message shouldn’t be cluttered with vague pledges of…