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Family Photo Taken At The Event By Raymond Dingana In a display of confidence and a quest for steady growth, members of the Sasse Old Boys Cooperative Credit Union Limited (SOBACCUL) have unanimously elected Motuba Tamanjong as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors (BoD). SOBACCUL, a leading microfinance institution headquartered in Yaounde Cameroon, provides a range of financial products and services to support its members. The organization is poised to capitalize on Tamanjong's extensive experience and expertise in community development, which will significantly benefit SOBACCUL's operations and strategic objectives. "I am comforted by the fact that there is a strong team to work with. We are on a journey to achieve great success for SOBACCUL, and with the support of the members, the credit union's goals are going to be met," said Tamanjong. In addition to his recently election as BoD President of SOBACCUL, Tamanjong also serves as the Coordinator of the Pr

     Panic Erupts in Nkwen Amid Heavy Gunfire On Tuesday June 18th at about 8pm,  residents of Nkwen, Bamenda III Sub-Division were forced to return home as early as 8 pm due to the sound of intense gunfire in the area. Bars that were playing music at high volumes immediately shut down, and the number of people, motorcycles, and vehicles in the streets significantly decreased. The cause and potential casualties of the gunfire incident are still under investigation. Muslim Faithful Seek Intervention in Bamenda Prayer Ground Land Dispute Following Eid al-Adha celebrations on Sunday, June 16th, Muslim faithful in Bamenda have called on the government to intervene and resolve a land dispute that has arisen over their prayer ground in Old Town, Bamenda II Sub-Division. Imam Adamu Garba stated that the Muslim community has been praying on that land for years, but those he described as  "infiltrators" have now emerged, claiming ownership. He said they met some persons there and they

By Raymond Dingana On June 16, 2024, the Youth Outreach Programme (YOP) hosted the second edition of the Youth Festival of Arts and Culture (YouthFESTAC) to celebrate the Day of the African Child in Cameroon's crisis-affected North West Region. The event that took place at the Big Mankon Cathedral Hall, featured a variety of cultural activities, including traditional dance competitions, a fashion design contest, and a cross-country race. Despite the ongoing socio-political challenges in the region, YOP organized this festival to provide young people with an opportunity to engage in and celebrate their cultural heritage. Traditional Dance Competition In the traditional dance competition, the Forest Children group from the Northwest region took first place in the junior category, winning 200,000 FCFA. Nchu Ntenku came in second, and Makongui from the West region placed third, winning 150,000FCFA, and 100,000FCFA respectively. In the youth category, Zion dance group emerged victorious

Mayor Of Mbengwi Council, Ndangsah Kennedy Akam  By Raymond Dingana Mbengwi, like other divisional headquarters in Cameroon's Northwest Region, has grappled with complex security challenges. In response, some municipal authorities are working tirelessly to restore peace and stability, paving the way for development. One such leader is Mayor Ndangsah Kennedy Akam of the Mbengwi Council, who has been recognized for his "bottom-up" approach to peace building. This approach, which emphasizes collaboration with the local population, has contributed to a gradual return to normalcy in the municipality. At the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award ceremony organized by Lifetime Media Group on June 8th, 2024, Mayor Ndangsah was named the Most Outstanding and Development-Oriented Mayor of the Year in the Northwest Region. He said he is succeeding thanks to the collaborative spirit of the Mbengwi Population. "This recognition is the result of the high level of collaboration between t

Remains Of Arson Attack Victims By Raymond Dingana  The devastating arson attack in the Ndogbati neighborhood of Douala has now claimed four lives, two children,and two adults. The death toll has risen with the passing of 39-year-old Lewou Pierre on June 12, 2024. Lewou succumbed to his injuries at the Douala General Hospital, four days after his house was set ablaze allegedly by his neighbor, Joseph Ngounou. Lewou and his wife sustained severe burns in the fire, which also claimed the life of their child. The tragedy unfolded when Lewou acted as a Good Samaritan, helping Ngounou's wife Alida escape domestic violence on the night of June 8. Ngounou is said to have threatened to kill his wife and anyone sheltering her. "Lewou Pierre was a calm and peace-loving person. Everyone is devastated. Many who came to the hospital to check on him are shocked,"  lamented Lewou's grieving mother. Dr. Mendomo, the physician who treated Lewou and his wife, described their critical c

YOP CEO At The Press Conference   By Raymond Dingana The Youth Outreach Programme (YOP) has announced the second edition of the Youth Festival of Arts and Culture (YouthFESTAC) for Sunday, June 16th, 2024, in Bamenda, the capital of the North West Region of Cameroon. The event will provide an opportunity for the population of Bamenda to savor amazing cultural activities, something many haven't had for years now. This was disclosed on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, during a press conference in Bamenda. The event, which will be held at the Big Mankon Cathedral Hall on Sunday June 16, will also serve as part of the activities to celebrate the International Day of the African Child. The festival will feature workshops for children and youth, dance and fashion design competitions, exhibitions, and cultural displays, among other activities. Media Practitioners, Others At The Press Conference  As pointed out by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of YOP, Mr. Omer Songwe, young people have to parti

HITA's Team Lead, King Suh With His Most Impactful NGO Of The Year Award By Raymond Dingana Healthy Information Technology Awareness (HITA) is a Bamenda-based non-profit organization that has been using Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to impact communities through free vocational trainings and by providing start-up kits to community members. Just as it is often said that a city built on a hill cannot be hidden, HITA's work on the ground under the stewardship of King Suh could not go unnoticed, which is why the Lifetime Media Group was able to single out the organization, and honor it with the Most Impactful NGO of the Year Award for 2023, organizers said. This award was presented during the Life Time Achievement Award for Nation Builders for 2023/2024, which took place at a renowned hotel in Bamenda on Saturday, June 8, 2024, in the presence of other laureates and a large crowd. Addressing the press after receiving the award, Suh expressed words of gratitude to t

Mr Ndonwi Derick Shu Brandishing His Life Time Achievement Award  By Raymond Dingana The Life Time Media Group has recognized the efforts of Mr. Donwi Derick Shu, President of the Ntambeng Cooperative Credit Union,(NTAMCCUL) in the areas of Community Mobilization, Management, and Development in the North West Region of Cameroon and beyond.  This award was presented at the Life Time Award for Nation Builders 2023/2024 ceremony held at a renowned hotel in Bamenda on Saturday, June 8, 2023. After receiving his award, Mr. Ndonwi expressed his gratitude, stating that being recognized by the Life Time Media Group as a community mobilizer and developer is very significant to him. "As President of Ntambeng, which had around 7,000 members when I was elected two years ago, I have been able to grow the membership to close to 30,000 members in just two years," said Ndonwi.  "If you look at our balance sheet, which has grown from 1.1 billion to over 5 billion in the same period, you

   Sympathizers At The Hospital Where The Four Victims Were Pronounced Dead By Raymond Dingana  Security operatives have launched an investigation into the tragic deaths of a father and his three children in Ekiliwindi, a suburb of Kumba, Cameroon. According to reports, the family of five had eaten Eru, a popular dish in the South West Region, on Wednesday, June 5th. Afterward, the father, Mr. Nfon, and three of his children - Nfon Francis, Nfon Delight, and Neba Endurance began complaining of severe stomach pains and were rushed to the Three Corners Ntam hospital. Sadly, despite the hospital's efforts, all four family members passed away.   The family's young son, recounted the incident, stating that the Eru had been prepared by their mother. He noted that the smell of the dish was not appropriate, and he had expressed concerns about its condition, but their father insisted the family eat it. The son abstained from the meal, but the others, who were very hungry, consumed the f

Taxi On Fire In Ntarinkon Bamenda  By Raymond Dingana Over the past few days, gunmen suspected to be separatist fighters have been targeting taxi drivers in Mezam Division, in Cameroon's North West Region. Taxi drivers say these incidents have been recurring since Mezam Senior Divisional Officer (SDO), Simon Emile Mooh signed a Prefectoral Order banning the circulation of motorbikes from 6:30 pm to 6:30 am until further notice. The drivers believe the SDO's decision to restrict motorbikes has triggered these latest attacks on them, as rumors have been circulating that armed men have also imposed a ban on their own activities during the same hours. On Tuesday, June 4th, 2024, eyewitnesses said gunmen dressed in civilian attire attacked Akondi, a taxi driver in the Ntarinkon neighborhood of Bamenda II Council area. His mouth was shattered, and the windscreen of his taxi was destroyed. It is unclear if he had passengers in his vehicle at the time of the attack, and what happened t