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10, December 2023
CAF 2023 Awards: Eto’o, Adebayor, other legends light up Marrakech streets 0
The CAF Awards 2023, one of the most eagerly awaited events on the African football calendar, takes place on Monday 11 December in Marrakech, Morocco. With 48 hours to go before the prestigious ceremony, CAF has announced the presence of several renowned guests who will join the nominees in celebrating the excellence and remarkable achievements […]
9, December 2023
Ambazonia Crisis: Nigerian lawmaker urges action on Amba attacks 0
The member of the House of Representatives representing Obanliku/Bekwarra/Obudu Federal Constituency, Hon Peter Akpanke, has decried attacks by Cameroonian Ambazonian separatists on Belegete community of Obanliku local government area of Cross River State, saying it had left him in bitterness, sadness and disappointment. Hon Akpanke stated this at a press conference in Abuja, describing the […]
9, December 2023
FECAFOOT Crisis: Release of an indictment of Samuel Eto’o in book 0
Samuel Eto’o was clearly unaware of the publication of a book dedicated to the first two years of his presidency at the head of the Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT), written by journalist Jean-Bruno Tagne, who was once his campaign manager. The title, “L’arnaque” (“The scam”), is quite evocative and should make the former captain and […]
9, December 2023
Football: Real Madrid held as Ruibal rocket earns draw for Betis 0
Leaders Real Madrid stumbled to a 1-1 draw at Real Betis on Saturday as Aitor Ruibal’s brilliant strike cancelled out Jude Bellingham’s league-best 12th goal of the season. Bellingham slotted Madrid ahead at the Benito Villamarin early in the second half after combining magnificently with Brahim Diaz. But Ruibal drilled an angled shot into the […]
8, December 2023
CPDM Crime Syndicate: Biya wants Camtel to remain a public entity 0
Cameroon’s President Paul Biya opposes the privatization of the country’s incumbent telecoms operator, Camtel. The decision was the subject of a letter addressed on December 4, 2023, by the Secretary-General of the Presidency (SGPR) to the Minister of Finance (Minfi). Ferdinand Ngoh Ngoh instructs Minister Louis Paul Motazé, also the president of the Interministerial Committee […]
8, December 2023
Moscow: Putin announces presidential candidacy in 2024 elections 0
Vladimir Putin on Friday moved to prolong his grip on Russia for at least another six years, announcing his candidacy in the presidential election next March that he is all but certain to win. Putin still commands wide support after nearly a quarter-century in power, despite starting an immensely costly war in Ukraine that has […]
7, December 2023
Football: Pele’s former club Santos relegated for first time in 111-year history 0
Santos, Brazil legend Pele’s former club, have been relegated for the first time in their 111-year history. A 2-1 home defeat by Fortaleza in their final league match of the season meant they dropped out of Serie A, Brazil’s top flight. Santos won 12 state titles, six league titles and two Copas Libertadores during their […]
7, December 2023
Biya: Too old to stay in power 0
Judging from all political gossips in the nation’s capital Yaoundé, it is evidently clear that Biya still wants to hang on. Biya is 91 and if Cameroonians are not deceiving themselves, can a 91-year-old man be enthusiastic about developing a country? The time to make room for the youngest, for new ideas and for other […]
7, December 2023
US: Senate Republicans block Ukraine and Israel aid bill 0
Senate Republicans have blocked a move to pass an aid bill for Ukraine after failing to secure border compromises they sought in exchange. The $110bn (£87.3bn) package included $61bn for Ukraine, as well as funds for Israel and aid for Gaza. Republicans are insisting that any aid to Ukraine be tied to sweeping US immigration […]
11, December 2023
Yaoundé authorities under pressure as North gripped by spate of lucrative ransom kidnappings 0
by soter • Cameroon, Headline News, News
In just three years (2015–18), kidnappers in North Cameroon collected ransom money of around €3-million (CFAF 2-billion), according to Garoua police. This crime has soared despite government measures such as military deployment and the creation of vigilante committees. Kidnappers are from different African countries and cross borders to capture or hide their victims — making […]