Yaoundé, Cameroon: President Paul Biya, at 92 the world’s oldest sitting head of state, has officially announced his intention to run for an unprecedented eighth term in Cameroon’s upcoming presidential election, scheduled for October 12, 2025. The announcement was made via a statement posted on social media platform X on Monday, ending months of speculation. Biya, who has ruled Cameroon since 1982, claimed that his leadership has yielded “palpable, visible, and laudable” results, while acknowledging that more work remains. In his post, he stated: “Since assuming office, I have dedicated…
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