Former Nigerian lawmaker and human rights activist, Senator Shehu Sani, has reacted to reports that Cameroon’s electoral commission has declared incumbent President Paul Biya as leading with 53% of the votes in the just-concluded presidential election.
In a post shared via his official X handle on Thursday, October 23, 2025, Sani commented on the development, suggesting that the opposition may soon challenge the outcome through legal means.
“The Cameroonian electoral commission seems to have settled for Paul Biya with 53% votes. If this is finally confirmed on Monday, the opposition leader may have to ‘go to court,’” the senator wrote.
The remark by the former Kaduna Central senator reflects the growing tension surrounding the Cameroonian election, as many citizens and observers question the transparency of the vote-counting process. The poll, which saw a record turnout in several regions, has been marred by allegations of irregularities, intimidation, and restricted opposition access to key media platforms.
If the results are officially confirmed on Monday, President Biya, who has ruled the Central African nation since 1982, will extend his grip on power beyond four decades, cementing his place as one of the world’s longest-serving leaders. His continued leadership has often sparked debates over democracy, governance, and the future of political succession in Cameroon.
Senator Sani’s comment adds a voice of continental concern to the unfolding political scene, highlighting the broader question of leadership transition and electoral credibility across Africa.
As Monday’s official announcement approaches, all eyes remain on Yaoundé, where the final confirmation of Biya’s victory could either consolidate the country’s political continuity or reignite calls for change from a restless opposition.
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