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4 killed in Cameroon protests ahead of election results, opposition says

Tchiroma called for the protests to demand that the results of an October 12 vote be respected, a day before the outcome is due to be announced. 

By: Reuters

October 27, 2025 12:33 AM IST First published on: Oct 27, 2025 at 12:32 AM IST
CameroonSecurity forces take position during clashes with supporters of presidential candidate Issa Tchiroma in Garoua, Cameroon. (AP)

 At least four people were killed by gunshots in opposition protests in Cameroon’s commercial capital Douala on Sunday, according to the campaign of presidential candidate Issa Tchiroma, who is seeking to oust veteran leader Paul Biya.

Tchiroma called for the protests to demand that the results of an October 12 vote be respected, a day before the outcome is due to be announced. 

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