Cameroon: Ndu Mayor Condemns ‘Barbaric’ Ntumbaw Killings. BUEA, PAV — Ntumbaw village in Ndu Municipality, Cameroon, experienced a tragic event on the night of Sunday, February 8, 2026, when armed bandits launched a deadly attack, leaving four residents dead and several others injured.
The incident has once again brought to light the escalating security concerns in the region.
According to local reports, the attackers targeted a specific family in the village, which prompted an immediate response from the community. Despite the residents’efforts to overpower the intruders, the armed men opened fire, resulting in multiple casualties.
The mayor of Ndu, Abdou Kanfon Borno, strongly condemned the attack, describing it as “barbaric “and offering his condolences to the bereaved families.
Mayor Borno confirmed that forensic investigations are underway to determine the full circumstances of the incident and to identify the perpetrators. He hailed the bravery and community solidarity displayed by the people of Ntumbaw and emphasized the need for a collective security mechanism across Ndu Municipality. “
The four persons who lost their lives in Ntumbaw while defending one of their own are martyrs for peace and security, “Mayor Borno stated. “.
Terrorists and armed bandits may kill the body, but they will never break our spirit or our resolve as a community to restore the values of human dignity. Officials commented on the matter.
He warned that such groups, including non — state armed actors operating for economic gain, are “on the wrong side of history.”.
The attack has reignited calls for urgent and coordinated security measures to address the violence threatening lives and livelihoods in Ndu Municipality.
The incident is believed to be related to the broader security issues in the region, including the activities of separatist groups like the Amba boys. Further details are expected as the investigation continues.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 2*
