As Cameroon approaches a critical juncture in its 2025 presidential election, Minister of Territorial Administration Paul Atanga Nji has issued a stern warning against any form of threat or denigration directed at the country’s institutions and their leaders.
His statement, released on Friday, addresses rising concerns over smear campaigns and online attacks aimed at undermining public trust during the electoral process.
Minister Atanga Nji condemned the surge of insults, threats, and misinformation targeting institutions and their representatives, particularly those amplified through social media platforms.
“Impunity will neither be tolerated nor accepted,” he declared, emphasizing that firm legal action will be taken to identify and prosecute those responsible.
In a related development, the ministry revealed an intrusion into its computer systems, which was used to fraudulently insert an unauthorized name into electoral files.
The incident, described by the minister as “computer sabotage,” is under active investigation.
Authorities are determined to hold the perpetrators accountable, warning that attempts to destabilize republican institutions will not be overlooked.
This warning coincides with the imminent publication of the official list of presidential candidates, scheduled by the Electoral Commission (Elecam) for Saturday, July 26. The electoral process has been marked by heightened tensions, and Atanga Nji’s statement signals the government’s intent to safeguard the integrity of the institutions that underpin Cameroon’s democracy.
His firm stance comes amid ongoing political debates and social challenges, reinforcing the message that threats to institutional stability will face decisive consequences. As Cameroon prepares for the presidential vote, the ministry remains vigilant in protecting the electoral process and the nation’s core democratic frameworks.
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