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Cameroon's Biya, world's oldest ruler at 92, sworn in for eighth term

Nov 07, 2025

Yaounde [Cameroon], November 7: Cameroon's longtime leader, Paul Biya, has been sworn in for a new seven-year term following his victory in last month's presidential election, which his opposition rival has described as "a constitutional coup".
Addressing Parliament on Thursday, the world's oldest president promised to stay faithful to the confidence of the Cameroonian people and pledged to work for a "united, stable and prosperous" country. There were deadly protests in several parts of Cameroon days after the October 19 vote, followed by a three-day lockdown this week after former minister and key contender Issa Tchiroma claimed victory and alleged vote tampering.
The government has confirmed that at least five people were killed during the protests. (Agencies)
Source: Qatar Tribune

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