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Cameroon political rumors and official denials
Overview
In October 2026, the Cameroonian government issued formal denials regarding various social media rumors concerning high-ranking officials.
On October 12, the office of Senate President Aboubakary Abdoulaye dismissed reports of an assassination attempt, labeling them “totally false and fallacious.” His cabinet stated the Senate President was continuing his regular activities and parliamentary duties.
Following this, on October 16, the presidency addressed widespread speculation regarding the death of President Paul Biya. Samuel Mvondo Ayolo, director of the Civil Cabinet, rejected claims circulating on social media, asserting that the 93-year-old leader remains in good health. To refute the rumors, officials cited a presidential decree signed by Biya on October 15 as evidence of his ongoing governance.
Entities
Samuel Mvondo Ayolo · Paul Biya · Aboubakary Abdoulaye · Cameroon · Cameroon Senate
Timeline
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[POLITICS] 3 sourcesCameroon presidency dismisses rumors of Paul Biya's death
Cameroon's presidency has dismissed viral social media rumors claiming President Paul Biya has died, asserting the 93-year-old leader is in good health and actively performing his duties.
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[POLITICS] 3 sourcesCameroon Senate President's office denies assassination rumors
The cabinet of Cameroon's Senate President, Aboubakary Abdoulaye, has denied social media rumors of an assassination attempt, calling the claims “totally false and fallacious.”
Sources
237actu.com · camer.be · cameroonconcordnews.com · cameroonintelligencereport.com · camerounactuel.com · lebledparle.com