Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Mimi Mefo Info (Editor)
Published on 2024-03-04 07:26:27
In a rare public appearance since the beginning of the year, President Paul Biya was seen outside the Unity Palace gates on Sunday, March 3. Accompanied by First Lady Chantal Biya and the Director of Cabinet at the presidency, Samuel Mvnondo Ayolo, the President visited the Magrabi ICO Cameroon Eye Institute in Obak, on the outskirts of Yaoundé.
Although the purpose of President Biya’s visit has not been officially disclosed, it is speculated among Cameroonians that it may have been for an eye check-up. The Magrabi ICO Cameroon Eye Institute, opened in 2017 by the Prime Minister, is known for its specialized eye care services.
The health of President Biya is often a topic of public discussion in Cameroon, but official information about his visit to the eye institute is limited. The facility is renowned for its commitment to providing comprehensive eye care, and its inauguration was aimed at improving eye health services in the country.
President Biya’s recent public appearance follows the traditional New Year wishes he conveyed to the nation in January. Since then, Cameroonians have not had the opportunity to see him until his recent visit to the eye institute.
His appearance at the eye institute was interpreted as part of his political campaign for the 2025 presidential election. The French language newspaper, InfoMatin, wrote that President Biya’s visit marked the beginning of his political campaign for 2025. While Biya has not confirmed his participation in next year’s elections, the 91-year-old is the natural candidate of the ruling CPDM party.
Overall, President Biya’s visit to the eye institute was a rare public appearance that sparked speculation and interest among Cameroonians. The President’s health and potential political ambitions for the upcoming elections were subjects of discussion following his visit.
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