Paul Biya election victory declared by Cameroon’s Constitutional Council as the 92-year-old wins a new term to rule until 2032
Paul Biya election victory has been officially confirmed, with Cameroon’s Constitutional Council declaring the 92-year-old the winner of the country’s fiercely contested presidential election.
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Biya, who has ruled since 1982, secured a fresh seven-year mandate after polling 53.66 per cent of the votes, extending his four-decade grip on power.
His closest challenger, Issa Tchiroma, aged 76 and a former government spokesperson, came second with 35.19 per cent of the vote.
With this result, Biya begins his eighth consecutive term, which will run until 2032, by which time he will be approaching 100 years old.
The outcome also cements his status as the world’s oldest serving president.
The announcement comes amid growing domestic and international scrutiny over Biya’s prolonged leadership, with critics calling for political renewal and deeper democratic reforms.
Supporters, however, argue that his victory demonstrates continuity and stability in a country facing security and economic challenges.
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More details are expected as official reactions from opposition parties and election observers emerge.
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