What is the anniversary today in Cameroon? It is a special day for the RDPC (Cameroonian People’s Democratic Rally), the ruling party, as it celebrates President Paul Biya’s 41 years in power. Indeed, on November 6, 1982, Paul Biya succeeded Ahamadou Ahidjo as head of the country.
Now aged 90, Paul Biya is one of Africa’s longest-serving leaders. Despite his long reign, his supporters continue to support him and call on him to run in the next presidential election scheduled for 2025. Some of them do not hesitate to organize rallies and campaigns to demonstrate their unwavering support for the president. in place.
However, these calls for the candidacy of Paul Biya are not unanimous. Both inside the party and outside, some criticize his long reign and question his ability to renew himself. At 92 in 2025, some believe the time has come for a new generation of leaders to take the reins of the country.
Despite these criticisms, a RDPC official affirms that Paul Biya remains the best candidate for the party. According to him, as long as the president is in place, he will continue to lead the country. This position is supported by many party faithful who see in Biya an experienced leader and a guarantor of Cameroon’s stability.
While this anniversary date coincides with the start of preparations for the next presidential election, it is clear that the RDPC is ready to mobilize all means to ensure the candidacy of Paul Biya. However, only the future will tell us if the current president will run again and if the Cameroonian people will renew their confidence in him.
In conclusion, President Paul Biya’s 41 years in power in Cameroon are an opportunity for the CPDM to celebrate and reaffirm its unwavering support for its leader. However, criticism persists and some question the relevance of a new mandate for Biya. What is certain is that the 2025 presidential election will be a decisive moment for the political future of Cameroon.