Ateba Eyene revolts against Biya
CPDM baron and erstwhile Biya fan Ateba Eyene, has, in a thinly veiled rebellion against his party, tribe and region’s guru, indicted Biya’s governance for inaction against social ills plaguing the country. Although he, like several other progressive minded members of the ruling party, professes unconditional loyalty to the president, reading through his letter will leave you with a very different impression (The translation is mine). Dear Mr President, It is always an immense pleasure to share some reflections likely to draw your attention to some problems that can jeopardise the future of our country with your Excellency. You see, Mr President, during your interview with a western radio more than twenty years ago, you declared that you would like to be remembered as “the one who brought democracy and prosperity to his people.” Who can say better! However, in 2013, it appears that only part of your desires have been realised, this because the overall wealth of the country lies ...