The Rassemblement démocratique du peuple camerounais (RDPC) convened an urgent meeting of its top officials on Wednesday, marking 45 days since President Paul Biya left for a private visit to Europe. No official details have emerged regarding his expected return, intensifying speculation about the state of governance in the country.
The ruling party insists that institutions are functioning normally, while opposition figures demand clarity on power management and contingency plans for prolonged presidential absences. The situation has raised questions about who holds executive authority during the president’s extended absence.
Party leadership defends stability
Jean Nkuete, Secretary-General of the RDPC’s central committee, called the meeting under the guise of an