Story, Louvier Kindo Tombe
This appeal, made during the CPDM’s 40th-anniversary celebrations on March 24, resonated through the CPDM Congress Hall in Bamenda, drawing hundreds to rally support for October’s high-stakes presidential polls.
The call for Biya’s return to Bamenda was reinforced by a Motion of Support from regional militants, urging him to reignite his campaign from the party’s “sacred ground.”
The motion underscored that the ruby jubilee aligns with the 2025 elections by design, and Bamenda must again propel the party to victory.
Bamenda’s selection as the anniversary venue carried profound historical weight, marking the spot where President Biya rebranded the Cameroon National Union (CNU) into the CPDM in 1985.
Decades later, the city’s legacy remains central to the party’s identity.
Senator Regina Mundi, Head of CPDM delegation for the North West emphasized this heritage, declaring, that “this hall is the CPDM’s maternity ward—a testament to our resilience.”
The event also honored 15 founding-era militants for their decades-long loyalty, including Senator Mundi, Mezam IB Section President – Cletus Matoya, Minister Felix Mbayu, and grassroots member Tame Micheal.
Each received commemorative mufflers symbolizing their enduring commitment.
However, the jubilation was juxtaposed with sobering condemnations. Speakers decried recent attacks on government officials in Belgium and attempts to “sow pre-election panic.”
Matoya warned against forces aiming to “undermine national institutions,” while Mundi amplified Biya’s plea to armed factions: “Drop your weapons. DDR centers stand ready to welcome those choosing peace and rebuilding.”
The CPDM also emphasized the importance of mobilizing youth and women, dubbed the party’s “vanguard.”
Matoya echoed Biya’s Youth Day message, urging Cameroon’s young population to spurn “chaotic distractions” and align with the CPDM’s vision.
Women were tasked with mentoring future leaders and galvanizing voter turnout.
As the CPDM gears up for the 2025 elections, the party has framed this year as a defining chapter. Section leaders were directed to spearhead grassroots initiatives, combat divisive rhetoric, and bolster voter enrollment.
“The ballot is our ultimate tool,” Matoya asserted. “We seek a decisive, uncontested mandate.”
