Constitutional Council: Paul Mahel draws a bitter lesson from Clément Atangana’s replacement

After Rémy Nama was appointed head of the Constitutional Council by presidential decree, Paul Mahel published a reflection titled “For Whom the Bell Tolls…” on Facebook on October 17. The journalist contrasted celebrations at Nama’s home with preparations for the funeral of former council president Clément Atangana. He said the rapid succession is a reminder that public offices are temporary and no one is irreplaceable. Mahel urged public officials to remain humble and consider the legacy they will leave behind.