The body of Ni John Fru Ndi, the late leader of Cameroon’s Social Democratic Front (SDF), which was removed yesterday has been making its way around major regions of the country. His body has been laid in state in several cities, including Bafouassam, Bamenda, and Yaoundé.
Some Cameroonians have questioned why Fru Ndi’s body is not being transported by helicopter, given his status as a political legend. They argue that it would be more efficient and respectful to use a helicopter, especially given the long distances that the body has to travel.
” Fru Ndi was a great man in this country. His body should not be mishandled this way” said a Facebook user.
“How did the corpse arrive Bamenda? They were supposed to transport it through helicopter ” added another worried Cameroonian.
Others have defended the decision to transport Fru Ndi’s body by road, saying that it is a way for people to pay their respects. They argue that it is important for people to be able to see Fru Ndi’s body and say goodbye.
The decision of how to transport Fru Ndi’s body is ultimately up to his family. However, the debate over the issue has sparked a discussion about the way that Cameroonians honor their dead.
The debate over how to transport Fru Ndi’s body is a reminder of the different ways that Cameroonians view death. Some people believe that it is important to honor the dead by transporting their bodies in a respectful way. Others believe that it is more important for people to be able to say goodbye to their loved ones in person. Ultimately, the decision of how to transport Fru Ndi’s body is a personal one that should be respected by all.
He will be laid to rest tomorrow in his village. In Santa.
