Cameroonian President Paul Biya has officially declared his intention to run for another term in office, confirming his candidacy for the country’s upcoming presidential election scheduled for October 12, 2025.
In a statement issued Sunday evening, Biya, who has ruled Cameroon since 1982, told the nation: “I am a candidate in the presidential election of October 12, 2025. Rest assured that my determination to serve you is commensurate with the seriousness of the challenges we face.
Together, there are no challenges we cannot overcome.”
At 92 years old, Biya remains one of the world’s longest-serving leaders. His latest declaration reaffirms his continued grip on Cameroonian politics amid ongoing domestic and international scrutiny.
Despite his decades in power, Biya said the “security and well-being of Cameroonians” remain his “sacred mission,” citing the need to respond to “pressing expectations” from citizens both at home and abroad.
“The best is yet to come,” he added, urging unity across the country as it navigates mounting social and economic challenges in an “increasingly restrictive” global climate.
The announcement follows a presidential decree issued on July 11, 2025, officially summoning the electorate to the polls in three months.
Biya’s candidacy comes at a time of heightened political tension in Cameroon, with critics questioning the state of democratic governance and the inclusiveness of the electoral process.
In his address, Biya acknowledged “visible” and “appreciable” achievements under his leadership but admitted that significant obstacles remain.
His call to Cameroonians to rally behind him underscores the political narrative he has maintained throughout his tenure—that of continuity, resilience, and national unity in the face of adversity.
As the election approaches, Biya’s decision to seek yet another term is set to intensify political debates both within Cameroon and among the international community.
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