Next weekend, the Social Democratic
Front (leading opposition political party in Cameron) will hold its national
convention in Bamenda to elect a new Presidential candidate. The primaries
would be decisive; given that it would be the first time since the creation of
that party that SDF Chieftain, Ni John Fru Ndi will twirl over the position of
Presidential aspirant to another person.
Three contenders have declared their
ambitions to succeed Ni John Fru Ndi. There are Hon. Osih Joshua, Hon. Joseph
Mbah Ndam and Hon. Fobi Simon Nchinda. They are all members of parliament. Public
opinion holds that this exercise is a crucial and important one not only for
the SDF, but also for the ongoing democratic process in the county.
However some political pundits think
that Osih Joshua is a sure bet because he has the support of the youths while others
say Fobi Simon may emerge victorious given that he nursed the ambitions long
ago. So, this is the opportunity for him to excel. Another school of thought
holds that though Joseph Mbah seems an outsider in the race, he is the most
astute politician and has a lot of experience. Therefore he could spring surprises.
Speculations as to who is Ni John fru
Ndi’s own candidate abound high. This is so because some observers think if Ni
John Fru Ndi declares for a candidate, he may influence the delegates. Notwithstanding,
next weekend SDF militants will be looking to this elections for a better
future. Cameroonians will be watching. One thing is clear that Cameroonians are
tired of having the same candidates for several years.
When News Breaks Out, We Break In. (The 2014 Bloggies Finalist)
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