The president cameroon: Paul Biya, has returned to the country after a two-and-a-half month absence.
According to Ghana Web, ninety-three-year-old Biya, the world's oldest serving head of state, left for Geneva in June for what his office described as a 'short private stay.' His lengthy absence soon became a focal point in media discussions, raising questions about government continuity and the exercise of presidential powers.
During Biya's extended time away, rumors about his health circulated widely. The situation prompted an opposition lawmaker to request that the Constitutional Council declare the presidency vacant. In an effort to reassure the nation, Biya signed several presidential decrees from abroad, and official social media accounts continued to publish messages attributed to him.
Despite his return, the absence of a vice president has fueled ongoing discussions about succession and institutional continuity in Cameroon. These debates are expected to persist, reflecting the uncertainty that lingers despite Biya's reappearance.