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Cameroon’s 92-year-old president Paul Biya declares bid for eighth term amid calls for political change

Cameroon’s 92-year-old president Paul Biya declares bid for eighth term amid calls for political change

After months of uncertainty and rumors surrounding his health and future, Cameroon’s President Paul Biya, age 92, confirmed Sunday that he will seek re-election in the country’s upcoming October polls, his eighth consecutive bid for the presidency. The announcement ends speculation that the aging leader might step aside after more than four decades in power….

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