In a ceremony held on October 30, 2026, at the Bafoussam Court of First Instance, 15 newly recruited municipal police agents of the Bafoussam City Council took their oath of office. The ceremony was presided over by President of the Bafoussam Court of First Instance, Boumsong Emile. The agents were reminded of their roles in maintaining a harmonious and secure environment for traders and hawkers in the city.
Boumsong Emile appealed to the agents to utilize the knowledge acquired at the National School of Administration (NASLA) to improve security among traders and hawkers. He emphasized that their primary duties are to maintain public order among street vendors, traders, and road users. The agents were warned that they must not assume the roles of police or gendarme officers, and any illegal activities carried out by them will face legal action and prosecution.
Earlier, State Counsel of the Court, Judith Leopoldine Yong Epse Ngoua, reminded the new municipal police agents of the decree No. 2022/354 of August 2022, which lays down the attributions and conditions binding municipal police. She stated that they are placed directly under the authority of the City Mayor and that their functions are to work towards maintaining public order.
The municipal police agents are expected to play a crucial role in addressing insecurity among traders and hawkers in Bafoussam. The city's mayor is expected to provide guidance and oversight to the agents in the discharge of their duties. The agents' primary focus will be on maintaining public order and ensuring a secure environment for traders and road users.
Boumsong Emile reiterated that the agents must not overstep their mandate and assume roles that are not assigned to them. He emphasized that they must work within the bounds of the law and avoid any actions that could lead to legal consequences. The agents were urged to be mindful of their responsibilities and to discharge their duties with professionalism.
The swearing-in ceremony marked a significant milestone in the careers of the 15 municipal police agents. They are expected to contribute to the maintenance of law and order in Bafoussam. The ceremony was attended by officials from the Bafoussam City Council and the court.
The municipal police agents will work closely with other law enforcement agencies to ensure that the city remains secure and orderly. Their inauguration is expected to enhance security in the city, particularly for traders and hawkers who have been affected by insecurity in the past.
Key points
- Fifteen new municipal police agents have been sworn in to maintain public order in Bafoussam, Cameroon.
- The agents were reminded of their roles and responsibilities and warned against overstepping their mandate.
- The agents will work under the authority of the City Mayor to ensure a secure environment for traders and road users.
