The 4 key news of Wednesday, September 23, 2026 - Lebledparle

Author: lebledparle.comPublished on: September 23, 2026Country: Cameroon

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The 4 key news of Wednesday, September 23, 2026 - Lebledparle

Former prefect Jean Marie Tchakui Noundie announced his commitment to the Cameroon Renaissance Movement (MRC) during a meeting in his hometown of Batchieu. Three soldiers from the 23rd Motorized Infantry Battalion of Matouke were killed in an ambush attributed to separatists on the Matouke-Kotto route, with weapons and ammunition stolen. Bryan Mbeumo was appointed captain of the Indomitable Lions for the match against the Comoros in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, as confirmed by coach David Pagou. The ACFAC has filed a complaint with the Criminal Tribunal to investigate possible financial irregularities in four friendly matches of the Lions, with documents submitted for review.

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