Funeral: Marcel Niat Njifenji received final tributes at the Palais des Congrès

Author: lebledparle.comPublished on: May 15, 2026Country: Cameroon

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Funeral: Marcel Niat Njifenji received final tributes at the Palais des Congrès

The Palais des Congrès in Yaoundé hosted a parliamentary tribute ceremony for Marcel Niat Njifenji, who passed away on April 11 at the age of 91. Political authorities, government members, and relatives gathered to honor his legacy as the first president of the Cameroonian Senate. Jean Daniel Niat, representing the family, spoke of his courage and resilience, while several political leaders highlighted his role in strengthening Cameroonian institutions.

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