Eleven members of the Constitutional Council reaffirmed their commitment to uphold the rule of law and justice as they took an oath before a joint session of the National Assembly and the Senate to renew their mandate.
The solemn ceremony took place at the Palaise de Congress in Yaoundé.
Among those who took the oath were two newly appointed members, Adolphe Minkoa She and Aaron Logmo Mbeleck, who were appointed by a presidential decree in January.
Leading the group of justices is 83-year-old Clement Atangana, who retains his position as president of the institution.
Together, they will serve another six-year mandate, during which they will pronounce results of the upcoming 2025 Presidential elections.
The Constitutional Council was established in accordance with the 1996 Constitution but went operational in 2018.
The institution ensures the constitutionality of laws, treaties, and international agreements signed by Cameroon.
The Council also adjudicates on matters pertaining to the internal regulations of the National Assembly and the Senate, as well as conflicts of competence between state institutions and regions.
Concerning its composition, members of the Constitutional Council are appointed by various authorities as outlined in Section 51 of the constitution.
The President of the Republic appoints three members, including the Council President, while the Speaker of the National Assembly and the President of the Senate each appoint three members with their respective bureau’s approval.
Meanwhile, two members are designated by the Supreme Magistracy Council.
