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Cameroon's Presidential Couple Show Support to Bikers and Underprivileged! In a significant display of goodwill, Cameroon's Presidential couple, through Minister of Territorial Administration, Paul Atanga Nji, has offered a one month free fuel supply to commercial bike riders operating within the Bamenda City Council. Additionally, 500 bags of rice and 500 blankets were distributed to vulnerable persons from the 34 Sub-Divisions and 7 Divisions of the North West Region. The distribution and reception ceremony held at the Senior Divisional Officer for Mezam's Courtyard, was attended by over 2,000 people, including beneficiaries and Community leaders. Minister Atanga Nji emphasized the importance of supporting President Paul Biya in the upcoming presidential election, citing his boundless generosity to the Region. He urged the population to "scratch President Paul Biya's back" in response to his largesse, drawing inspiration from the adage "politic na scrat...

North West Regional Council Holds Final Session of First Mandate Amidst Hope and Development! Report by Upfront237 The North West Regional Executive Council rounded off its September Ordinary Session, marking a pivotal moment in the Regions decentralization journey and development aspirations. The session, themed "Medium term (2026-2028) Budget framework orientation session," is the final Ordinary Sitting of the council's first mandate, which has laid a solid foundation for Regional Governance. Prime Minister's Visit to Bamenda is said to have Sparked Hope as the session comes on the heels of a historic visit by Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute, who inaugurated the long-awaited Babadjou-Bamenda road and launched works on the Bamenda Urban Crossing and C2D-backed development projects. The Prime Minister's visit was seen as a powerful demonstration of Governments resolve to bring tangible development to the Region. Strengthening Traditional Governance The session al...

North West Regional Assembly (NWRA) Champions Peace, Development, and Decentralization in September Session! Report by Upfront237 The North West Regional Assembly recently rounded up its September 2025 Ordinary Session with a strong emphasis on Unity, Development, and continuity in leadership. During the opening ceremony, President Prof. Fru Angwafo III highlighted the Assembly's achievements over the past 5 years, showcasing its role in transforming decentralization into a tangible reality for citizens across the Region's 34 Subdivisions. Some Key Achievements recounted during the Session include the following; - *Peace and Development Initiative (PDI)*: Executed over 200 grassroots projects in 2023 and over 100 additional projects in 2025, focusing on Infrastructure, Peace building, and Social cohesion. - Public Investment Projects: Delivered 244 projects through Public-Private-Population Partnerships (PPPPs) with National and International collaborators, including FEICOM, Ca...

North West Regional Council Holds Final Session of First Mandate Amidst Hope and Development! Report by Upfront237 The North West Regional Executive Council has rounded off its September Ordinary Session, marking a pivotal moment in the Regions decentralization journey and development aspirations. The session, themed "Medium term (2026-2028) Budget framework orientation session," is the final Ordinary Sitting of the council's first mandate, which has laid a solid foundation for Regional Governance. The Session comes on the heels of a historic visit by Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute, who inaugurated the long-awaited Babadjou-Bamenda road and launched works on the Bamenda Urban Crossing and C2D-backed development projects. The Prime Minister's visit was seen as a powerful demonstration of Governments resolve to bring tangible development to the Region. In an attempt to strengthen Traditional Governance, the session also reviewed outcomes from a recent workshop on trad...

North West Regional Assembly Champions Back to School, Support Over 1,000 Students with Scholarships and School Kits! Report by Upfront237 The North West Regional Assembly (NWRA) has concluded its September 2025 Ordinary Session with a significant investment in Education, awarding scholarships and school kits to over 1,000 students across the Region. The Scholarships and Recognition initiative included amongst others; - 500 students receiving FCFA 10,000 each for excelling in Promotion Examinations at both Primary and Secondary schools, - 119 students receiving scholarships ranging from FCFA 30,000 to 60,000 for outstanding performance in National Certificate Examinations, - Induction into the prestigious North West Regional Honour Roll. Additionally, 400 students benefited from back to school kits containing school bags and exercise books. NWRA President, Prof. Fru Angwafo III, emphasized the Assembly’s dedication to Education, stating, "What we bring is materially small, but our...

Bafut Launches Community-Led Road Rehabilitation Initiative! Report by Upfront237 The Bafut Council has taken a groundbreaking step towards improving rural infrastructure with the launch of a community-centered road rehabilitation initiative. On September 21, 2025, the council officially commissioned a newly acquired road grader, marking a significant milestone in the municipality's efforts to address decades of road neglect. For years, Bafut's severely degraded roads have hindered local agriculture, restricted access to essential services, and increased transportation costs. The introduction of the grader aims to transform mobility, productivity, and social development in the Region. The initiative is built on a community led approach, with the grader placed under the guardianship/management of His Royal Majesty Fon Abumbi II at the Bafut Palace. A multi stakeholder Caretaker Committee has also been established to manage the graders use, ensuring accountability and inclusive a...