Cameroon: Cameroon's President Biya Returns Home After Months-Long Absence
[Premium Times] Mr Biya's prolonged absence during these weeks intensified concerns about the health of the 93-year-old leader.
President Paul Biya of Cameroon returned home after a 73-day absence, sparking concerns about his health and potential power struggles. The 93-year-old leader had spent two months in Switzerland, his longest journey outside the country since assuming power 40 years ago. Biya's office had initially claimed his trip was a "brief private stay in Europe," but his return on Thursday from Geneva sparked speculation about his well-being.
Opposition leaders had termed Cameroon's governance as "running on autopilot" during Biya's prolonged time in Europe. Upon his arrival at Yaoundé International Airport, supporters welcomed him, and some government officials were present to greet the world's oldest president.
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