### The political and social issues of the Cameroonian north approaching the presidential election of 2025
A few months before the presidential election scheduled for October 2025, the north of Cameroon, which includes the regions of the Far North, the North and Adamaoua, is positioned as an area of confrontations that are both demographic and electoral. History of socio-economic challenges, the territory has become the scene of renewed attention from government authorities, notably through the Prime Minister’s recent visit, Joseph Dion Ngute.
### a delicate socio-economic context
The general picture of this region is marked by a juxtaposition of human wealth and chronicized poverty. Although it is one of the most densely populated in the country, the north undergoes high levels of poverty, exacerbated by cycles of drought and flooding in connection with global warming. Over the years, this dynamic has weakened the resilience of communities, and the spectrum of insecurity, fueled by armed groups like Boko Haram, exacerbated the feeling of abandonment.
The recent demonstrations of dissatisfaction, testifying to the frustration of the inhabitants, resonate with the cries of distress relayed by the bishops of the region at the beginning of the year. This arrest of political bodies underlines the importance of active listening to the expectations of the population, which aspires to a real change.
### The Prime Minister’s visit: an answer, but with reservations
The displacement of Joseph Dion Ngute, who was aimed at “reconnecting the missing link” between the state and a dissatisfied population, was greeted by shared opinions. Although the inauguration of infrastructure, like the bridge over the logone between Cameroon and Chad, can symbolize development efforts, it does not erase the concerns of a people who often feel abandoned.
The criticisms formulated by local actors, in particular Abdoulaye Harissou, underline a disappointment in the face of long -term promises which are slow to materialize. The question that arises is that of the depth of these initiatives: how do these projects really meet the basic needs of the population? This debate calls for a serene reflection on political priorities and the relationship that the State has with its citizens.
### Electoral prospect and the need for a renewed dialogue
As the elections are approached, it is essential to identify how the government intends to mobilize this crucial electoral base, often seen as a bastion faithful to the power in place. The promises of socio-economic equity, reliable infrastructure and a reassuring security policy are all responses that could restore an equal fact between the different regions of the country.
However, in a context where signs of dissatisfaction persist, it becomes imperative to cultivate a constructive dialogue. The place of actors of civil society, like those who have initiated the republican call for change, is just as fundamental. By dedicating a space for exchange to local voices, it would be possible to initiate a process of reconciliation and understanding, with a view to a shared future.
### Conclusion: towards active listening and lasting commitment
Through the prism of the challenges of the north, the current situation serves as a recall on the importance of an inclusive political approach and attentive to the realities of the populations. The desire to revitalize the link between the State and its citizens could result in tangible actions and a long-term commitment, perhaps allowing to prevent frustrations that have led to past tensions.
The path to lasting peace and harmonious development lies in the ability of leaders to be receptive to the aspirations of their fellow citizens, to build bridges rather than confining themselves to symbolic gestures. In short, the real measure of progress will be that of social cohesion and the improvement of living conditions in these vital regions, at the dawn of a ballot which could change their future.