In Cameroon, the world's oldest leader claims victory -- again

A supporter of Cameroonian opposition leader and presidential candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary reacts as others gather materials from the streets to build barricades following the announcement of presidential election results in Yaounde on October 27, 2025.

92-year- old Paul Biya, the world's oldest head of state, claims victory in a disputed election, sparking unrest across the country already grappling with violence, corruption, and political tension.

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