Yaoundé, Cameroon – A proposed constitutional amendment to establish a new Vice President’s position in Cameroon has ignited a wave of criticism and protest. The amendment was subject to debate among lawmakers over the past two days. Leading opposition figure Maurice Kamto labeled the bill a thinly veiled power grab, urging the public to reject what he described as a “constitutional and institutional coup.”Kamto, in a video message, stressed the urgency to avert further political instability in the country.
The proposed vice president would assume the presidency in the event of the president’s death, resignation, or incapacity without the need to hold elections. President Paul Biya, who won a contentious reelection last October at the age of 93, maintains that the amendment is necessary to strengthen institutional stability and ensure the continuity of leadership.
The opposition’s strong stance against the amendment reflects deep-seated concerns about the consolidation of power and the potential implications for political stability in the country. The government’s supporters argue that the amendment is a responsible measure aimed at safeguarding the nation’s governance.
Source: Africanews
