Paul Biya Snubs Ex Native Cameroonian Hostages

 Some 13 now former hostages kidnapped by Central African rebels in the East region last March 19, 2015 have been received by Prime Minister Philemon Yang. The PM conveyed the message of the head of state to the former captives led by the Mayor of Lagdo, MAMA Abakai. They were received by Philemon yang, flanked by his close aides, including Communication minister Issa Tchiroma Bakary.

The event has been described as neglect on the part of Paul Biya, observers hold that Mr Biya is interested in receiving only ex foreign hostages at the unity palace. Because president Biya has received more than one ex foreign hostage at the Unity Palace, including the Catholic Priest and the Mounier family, many were of the opinion that the MAMA led ex hostages would also be received by Head of State.

The now former hostages were kidnapped and tortured for 15 months, they revealed that they were blindfolded for ten months, chained every day, their destination changed 12 times and were given just one litre of water for two persons per day. It has not been disclosed if the Cameroon government paid ransom o secure their release.