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flag Cameroonian opposition leader Anicet Ekane died in military detention on December 1, 2025, after 38 days in custody following his arrest for supporting a disputed presidential election challenge.

flag Cameroonian opposition leader Anicet Ekane, 74, died in military detention on December 1, 2025, after being held for 38 days following his arrest on October 24. flag He was detained after supporting opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary, who challenged the October presidential election results. flag Ekane’s family and lawyers said he was denied medical care, including an oxygen concentrator, and that his health deteriorated in custody. flag Authorities stated he died from chronic illnesses and received medical treatment, while his party called the death a "programmed killing." flag President Paul Biya ordered an investigation, and the European Union expressed concern. flag The incident has intensified protests and scrutiny over political repression in Cameroon.

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