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Pierre Emmanuel Binyam: Maurice Kamto’s departure from the party wasn’t a definitive exit
The newly appointed chair of the Clarification and Restoration Commission, established by Maurice Kamto, addressed the nation in a televised interview following recent political developments.
Pierre Emmanuel Binyam addresses Maurice Kamto’s political transition and party dynamics
The newly appointed leader of the Clarification and Restoration Commission, established by Maurice Kamto, recently shared insights during a national television interview. His remarks focused on Kamto’s temporary departure from the party to pursue a presidential bid under the Manidem coalition for the 2026 elections—a candidacy ultimately rejected by electoral authorities.
«Maurice Kamto’s exit from the party was never intended as a permanent farewell,» Binyam explained. «We entrusted him with a mission. Now that the process has concluded, he has returned, and we’ve urged him to resume his leadership role within the party.»
As a prominent figure in the Cameroon Renaissance Movement (MRC), Binyam emphasized the deep emotional impact Kamto’s exclusion had on party members. «The disqualification of Maurice Kamto’s candidacy struck a severe blow to our ranks. It was a devastating setback—particularly since pre-election polls had projected him as the clear frontrunner, both domestically and internationally,» he noted.
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