By Etienne Mainimo Mengnjo
A day after more than 8 million Cameroonians cast their votes for president, the nation returned to its routine Monday, but with a profound undercurrent of political chatter.
From homes to market stalls, speculation about the 2025 presidential election dominates conversations, centering on who will emerge as the winner.
The polls closed late Sunday evening after voters chose from a field of 12 candidates. Polling took place in more than 31,600 stations both within the country and abroad.
Incumbent Paul Biya, at age 92, is seeking an unprecedented eighth term in office, which would extend his 43-year rule.
His campaign had faced challenges from a divided opposition that includes former ministerial allies.
Among the front-runners challenging the long-time president are Issa Tchiroma Bakary and Bello Bouba Maigari.
While the public trades rumors and predictions, the country officially awaits the formal pronouncement of results.
According to Cameroon’s electoral code, the Constitutional Council has up to 15 days from the date of the vote to announce the winner.
