
14/08/2025
Cameroon Bishops at Presidency for Peaceful Elections
"We have just concluded a strategic consultation meeting, organized at the invitation of the Secretary-General of the Presidency of the Republic of Cameroon, who wished to meet with the bishops. Present were seven bishops accompanied by the Secretary-General of the Conference, specifically the bishops of the Permanent Council.
The Secretary-General of the Presidency of the Republic was the first to speak. He expressed his appreciation that we had accepted this meeting and welcomed us on behalf of the Head of State. He also mentioned the delicate period we are experiencing as the elections approach and expressed his wish that the bishops play an important role in ensuring peace before, during, and after the elections.
The administration is committed to organizing transparent elections. He hoped that political parties would present their programs and reject all forms of hate speech, giving priority to peace.
He then presented us with a glowing account of the major projects already carried out by the Head of State, emphasizing the importance of peace.
In response to this speech, Archbishop Andrew, President of the National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon, expressed the bishops’ joy at this meeting, then invited Archbishop Philippe Alain, Vice-President, to offer a prayer.
After this prayer, Archbishop Andrew stressed the importance of working for all, working for peace, reconciliation, and prosperity in Cameroon, noting that this was a commitment that went beyond politics. Since Christ is the Prince of Peace, the Church works and prays for peace.
He summarized by recalling the bishops’ messages: one concerning the elections and the other concerning the socio-political situation in Cameroon. Archbishop Andrew reiterated the bishops’ wish to have more regular consultation frameworks with the State authorities.
This, in essence, was the content of our meeting with the Secretary-General of the Presidency.
Cameroon Congosa Coner.
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