Why is Tchiroma claiming Cameroon win?
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Tchiroma claims victory in the presidential election, stating the people's choice must be respected and calling on institutions not to oppose the will of the people. He urges an end to fear and manipulation, emphasizing national unity. Official results are not yet released, and Biya's party rejects his claim.
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Cameroon opposition candidate Tchiroma claims presidential win
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- Opposition candidate Issa Chiroma Bakari claims victory in Cameroon's presidential election.
- The electoral authority has not released official results, and Biya's party rejects the claim. 10s
- Analysts predict incumbent Paul Biya will likely win due to a divided opposition. 54s
- The election involved about eight million eligible voters and a single-round system. 1m 3s
- In 2018, a similar opposition claim led to arrests and protests, with Biya winning amid irregularities. 1m 12s
