South-West: three soldiers killed in Matouké, Issa Tchiroma Bakary offers condolences and renews call for national dialogue

On September 23, three Cameroonian defense soldiers were killed in Matouké during an attack attributed to separatist groups. Issa Tchiroma Bakary, in exile, issued a condolence message and called for a comprehensive national dialogue to address the ongoing crisis in the North-West and South-West regions, highlighting the human, infrastructural, and economic damages. He emphasizes the need for a committed effort towards lasting peace and claims to be the elected president of Cameroon following the October 2025 presidential election. He continues to speak publicly from Gambia.