Cameroon

SDF Condemns Government for Nkambe Bomb Attack

The Social Democratic Front (SDF) has expressed strong condemnation towards the government of Cameroon in connection with the bomb blast that occurred on Youth Day in Nkambe. The tragic incident resulted in the loss of one life and left more than 70 individuals injured. Holding the government responsible, the SDF is calling for immediate and comprehensive actions to bring an end to the conflict and safeguard the civilian population in the Northwest and Southwest regions.

This stance was articulated as part of the resolutions adopted by the National Executive Committee (NEC) during its session on Saturday, February 17, in Yaounde. The SDF’s response to the Nkambe tragedy comes a week after widespread local and international condemnations of the incident. The bomb attack claimed the life of Cherish Lemnyuy, a Form 4 student, while over 70 others are currently undergoing treatment at different hospitals, with some of the worst cases at the Bamenda Regional Hospital.

The SDF NEC also highlighted concerns about the persistent rise in fuel prices and criticized the autocratic regime for its failure to address the underlying economic challenges faced by citizens, specifically the limited purchasing power of the people.

In addition to these resolutions, the SDF has deployed representatives to its council in the Littoral and West regions, where indications suggest that some mayors are distancing themselves from the party and aligning with the ousted former SDP Littoral chairperson, Hon. Jean-Michel Nintcheu.

Nevertheless, beyond addressing these issues, SDF Chairman Hon. Joshua Osih emphasized that the party is actively strategizing for success in the upcoming election. Osih stated that the SDF’s goal is to contribute to a triumphant Cameroon rather than focusing solely on individual victories. This declaration comes amid escalating calls for an opposition coalition in preparation for the presidential election scheduled for next year.

While opposition parties have yet to designate a coalition candidate, Prof. Maurice Kamto of the Cameroon Renaissance Movement has already positioned himself as a potential contender for that role.

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