Cameroon’s opposition leader Anicet Ekane dies in military detention

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesDecember 1, 2025 at 09:08 PM

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Veteran Cameroonian opposition leader Anicet Ekane died in military custody in Yaounde on Monday, 38 days after his detention in Douala. The 74-year-old leader of MANIDEM was arrested on October 24 after supporting Paul Biya's rival in the disputed October presidential election. Authorities charged Ekane with insurrection and rebellion, charges his party claims were politically motivated. His family alleges medical neglect, stating that his condition deteriorated and he was denied adequate treatment despite their appeals. Ekane's death has sparked outrage and threatens to worsen the political crisis following the election, in which 92-year-old Biya secured another term. The government claims Ekane received adequate care and has launched an investigation.

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France 50% Paul Biya ×380% Anicet Ekane ×5100% Cameroon ×4100%

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