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Violent protests erupted across Cameroon as supporters of opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary, who claims to have won the presidential election, clashed with security forces amid disputed results and allegations of electoral irregularities, just before the official announcement by the constitutional council.
Protests in Cameroon have intensified as opposition supporters, claiming election rigging, clash with police amid partial results showing incumbent President Paul Biya, 92, leading in the presidential race. Supporters of opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma demand his victory, while authorities detain several opposition figures, heightening tensions before official results are announced.
In Cameroon, at least two people were killed and dozens arrested amid protests and unrest following the presidential election, which incumbent Paul Biya is widely expected to win amid allegations of electoral fraud and government crackdowns.
Cameroon opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary declared victory in the October 12 presidential election, urging incumbent President Paul Biya to accept defeat and respect the ballot results, amid ongoing official vote counting and political tension.