Bamenda Prepares for Screening of Documentary on President Paul Biya’s Legacy

About 25 journalists in the North West Region are set to cover the screening of the controversial documentary, which purports to celebrate the legacy of Cameroonian President Paul Biya. The event, which will take place tomorrow in Bamenda, marks the ninth regional screening of the film, with the final showing planned for the South Region, the President’s home area.

Regional Delegate for Communication Celestine Njike underscored the importance of the media’s role, emphasising both publicity and maintaining orderliness at the event. “About 25 journalists have been accredited, with at least three, including CRTV, set to run live coverage,” Njike said.

On her part, North West Regional Delegate of Culture, and committee head of one of the commissions created ahead of the screening announced a full slate of traditional performances to accompany the event, aimed at celebrating the region’s rich cultural heritage. “Over 60 traditional dances from across the North West region will frame the screening in Bamenda,” the delegate stated, emphasising the cultural depth of the occasion.

The president of the documentary’s steering committee, Prof. Fru Angwafor, addressed the media today, highlighting the importance of the event for Bamenda. He called on the public to turn out in large numbers, celebrating what he described as “Cameroon’s resilience and a reflection on the lessons of leadership.” Prof. Angwafor noted that Bamenda holds a special place, being seen as “the second home of the Head of State.”

The documentary, which celebrates President Paul Biya’s decades-long leadership, has drawn significant public interest across Cameroon, reflecting the impact and challenges of his tenure in a nation that has maintained peace in a complex regional landscape.

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