A group of Cameroonian youths, members of different organizations, have donated 40 million FCFA to support President Paul Biya's candidacy in the upcoming presidential election. The donation was made to the Minister of State, Secretary General of the Presidency, Ferdinand Ngoh Ngoh, on July 14, 2025. This act is a fulfillment of a promise made on February 13, 2025, during the celebration of President Biya's 92nd birthday at the Yaoundé Multipurpose Sports Palace.
On February 13, 2025, the youths had pledged to pay the electoral deposit required for President Biya's candidacy. The donation of 40 million FCFA exceeds the required amount of 30 million FCFA. The youths, led by Auguste Essomba Asse, interim president of the National Bureau of the Youth Organization of the RDPC (OJRDPC), presented the donation to Minister Ngoh Ngoh. Essomba Asse stated that the donation includes the required 30 million FCFA and an additional 10 million FCFA for campaign efforts.
Minister Ngoh Ngoh expressed his gratitude and admiration for the youths' commitment to supporting President Biya's candidacy. He acknowledged the significance of the donation, which demonstrates the youths' trust and confidence in the President's leadership. The Minister of State also emphasized the importance of youth involvement in the electoral process and their role in shaping the country's future.
The donation ceremony took place during a series of political consultations initiated by President Biya in preparation for the October 12, 2025, presidential election. The consultations aim to engage various stakeholders and ensure a smooth electoral process. The youths' donation is seen as a significant contribution to the President's campaign and a demonstration of their loyalty and dedication.
President Biya's candidacy for the upcoming presidential election has been widely anticipated. The 92-year-old President has been in office since 1985 and has announced his intention to run for re-election. The electoral deposit, which is a requirement for candidacy, was a significant hurdle that needed to be overcome. The youths' donation has helped to alleviate this challenge and paves the way for the President's campaign.
The RDPC, the ruling party, has been mobilizing support for President Biya's candidacy. The party's youth wing, the OJRDPC, has been actively involved in promoting the President's agenda and engaging with young people across the country. The donation of 40 million FCFA is a testament to the party's efforts to galvanize support among the youth population.
The presidential election is scheduled to take place on October 12, 2025. The electoral process is expected to be closely monitored by national and international observers. President Biya's candidacy and the youths' donation have set the stage for a highly anticipated electoral contest. The outcome of the election will have significant implications for Cameroon's future and its development trajectory.
Key points
- The youths' donation of 40 million FCFA exceeds the required electoral deposit of 30 million FCFA.
- The donation was made to Minister of State Ferdinand Ngoh Ngoh on July 14, 2025.
- The presidential election is scheduled to take place on October 12, 2025.
