Cameroon: SDF Delegation Visits Likomba Disaster Zone Amid Loss and Devastation. BUEA, PAV — December 15, 2025 A delegation from the Social Democratic Front (SDF), led by its National Chairman, Hon. Joshua Osih, visited the Likomba area in the Tiko Municipality on Sunday, December 14, following a tragic fuel truck accident and subsequent fire explosion that took place on December 12.
The incident resulted in multiple fatalities, injuries, and widespread destruction of homes, businesses, and property.
The SDF delegation toured the explosion site, met with bereaved families, visited injured victims in the hospital, and engaged with residents whose livelihoods were severely impacted by the disaster.
The party expressed its profound condolences to the families of the deceased, wished a swift recovery to the injured, and assured the community of its solidarity during this time of profound pain.
National Chairman Joshua Osih described the scene as heartbreaking and called for empathy, justice, and immediate action to support the affected individuals. “It’s a complicated situation, so you need to be able to re-comfort people, and also, listen to them, “Osih stated.
He emphasized the need for long — term support for victims as they navigate legal and administrative processes.
The SDF leader highlighted the urgency of national action to address the tragedy, emphasizing the need to care for families of the deceased, those hospitalized, and those who have lost their material goods. “
As a nation, we need to step up and move rapidly to first of all take care of the families of all the deceased, those still in hospital, and especially those who have lost tremendous material goods, “he.
Victims recounted their losses and appealed for government assistance. Josephine, whose bar was destroyed, expressed gratitude for the SDF Chairman’s visit, hoping it would lead to tangible support.
Stanley, a businessman from Berlin, Germany, who returned to Cameroon for vacation and business, estimated his losses at nearly 20 million francs CFA.
The SDF delegation assured the victims of continued support and advocacy, vowing to follow up on their situation and ensure their plight receives the necessary attention. Further details are expected as investigations and accountability measures continue.
