Cameroon: Georges Anicet Ekane Laid to Rest in Bomono Gare

Author: lebledparle.comPublished on: May 9, 2026Country: Cameroon

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Cameroon: Georges Anicet Ekane Laid to Rest in Bomono Gare

Georges Anicet Ekane was laid to rest on May 9, 2026, in Bomono Gare, following his death in detention on December 1, 2025. Numerous political figures and relatives attended his funeral, paying tribute to this prominent opposition politician. Ekane was in detention during the post-electoral crisis, where he contested the results of an election he believed had been manipulated in favor of President Paul Biya.

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