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| Security forces patrol a town in restive anglophone region of Cameroon |
A separatist group, the Ambazonia Governing Council has declared support for Cameroonian opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary, recognizing him as the rightful winner of the October 12 presidential election.
A statement signed by Obadiah Mua,
Secretary General of the group, condemns the alleged manipulation of election results from the Ambazonia region and supports popular protests against the official outcome.
The Council pledged expertise to the uprising and advised its citizens in Cameroon to return home or shelter in place.
While expressing a willingness to negotiate with Bakary, the Council reaffirmed its commitment to full independence for Ambazonia.