Story, Louvier Kindo Tombe
The commitment was made during the 6th session of the follow-up committee on the implementation of recommendations of the major national dialogue, which took place in Yaoundé on March 18, 2025.
The committee recognized that voter apathy is a significant challenge in these regions and agreed to take concrete steps to address the constraints that contribute to it.
Prime Minister Chief Dr. Joseph Dion Ngute, who chaired the deliberations, emphasized the importance of continued dialogue and engagement with different parties to strengthen the peace process and address national challenges.
“Religious and traditional rulers have joined their voices to dialogue for peace, but that should be done through coordinated actions within the context of the follow up committee,” Joseph Dion Ngute said.
He highlighted the progress made in implementing the recommendations of the Major National Dialogue, including the establishment of regional councils and regional assemblies with Houses of Chiefs in the English-speaking regions.
The government’s move to address voter apathy is seen as a significant step towards promoting democracy and stability in the restive regions.
Besides addressing voter apathy, other key takeaways were derived from the session. The committee resolved to intensify work across the globe to disrupt networks of separatists and their sponsors.
The members called for the strengthening of decentralization and for development agencies to embark on projects that will create jobs for young people in crisis-hit regions.
The committee also agreed to take more actions to raise awareness on the people-centered approach of the reconstruction plan and to make use of digital tools to ensure such actions gain maximum positive impact.
Moving forward, the committee agreed to review the implementation of recommendations of the Historic Major National Dialogue to curb issues that could work against national unity.
The Prime Minister also highlighted the progress made in implementing development projects in the North West and South West Regions, including the Ring Road project, the Bamenda-Babadjou road, and the Kumba-Ekondo Titi road.
These projects are expected to boost local development and improve the lives of the people in these regions.
