Cameroon's security forces deployed tear gas to disperse opposition party supporters protesting in key cities Yaounde and Garoua, amid rising tensions regarding the October 12 presidential election outcome.

Local media reports suggest President Paul Biya, aged 92, is positioned to claim an eighth term as voting tallies indicate his victory. This potential continuation of leadership, pending confirmation from the constitutional council, has spurred unrest, particularly from main challenger Issa Tchiroma who declared victory earlier and warned of potential chaos if results differed.

Sporadic protests erupted nationwide, fueled by social media claims of Biya's re-election and alleged electoral process irregularities. The government dismissed these concerns, arresting over 20 protesters, sig

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