Cameroon — Ndogbong tragedy: 25 pills after a breakup

Author: Toto JacquesPublished on: October 21, 2026Country: Cameroon

Society & Lifestyle

In Ndogbong, in Douala V, 22-year-old Melvine T. swallowed around 20 pills in the studio she shared with Léopold S., a 25-year-old student. According to Léopold’s account in Cameroon Tribune, she had just told him their relationship was over following a dispute on Tuesday, reportedly involving 5,000 CFA francs for transport. Desperate messages and the couple’s final hours preceded the incident on Saturday. The headline refers to 25 pills.

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