Catholic Church urges calm after Tchiroma Bakary’s victory claim

Cameroon’s Catholic Church has urged calm amid fears of violence following the presidential election, where opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary claims victory over 92-year-old President Paul Biya, who seeks to extend his 43-year rule. The Constitutional Council has until 27 October to announce official results, with the Church emphasizing the need for transparency and reflecting the electorate’s will.

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