Full Statement:

“Fellow Cameroonians,

“I speak to you today to alert you about an extremely serious situation unfolding in Bafoussam.

“For the past two days, my FSNC regional representative has been held against her will at the Court of Justice. She is being forced to sign a falsified report declaring Paul Biya the winner in this city, despite real and undeniable results showing that I won with over 80% of the vote.

“Because she refuses to betray your trust and endorse this blatant theft, she is being subjected to pressure, intimidation, and deprivation of her liberty.

“I solemnly call on:

• National and international observers to go immediately to the scene and witness this crime against electoral truth.
• Journalists to report live on what is happening at the Bafoussam Court of Justice.
• You, the Cameroonian people, to remain mobilized and vigilant in defense of our victory.

“What is at stake today is not merely the fate of one candidate, but the future of a whole nation yearning for justice, truth, and change.

“I will not back down. Together, we will protect the people’s victory from any attempt at confiscation.

“Issa Tchiroma Bakary
Candidate of the People – UPC2025.”