On the eve of Eid al-Adha, Issa Tchiroma Bakary took the opportunity to extend his greetings to the Muslim community, while reaffirming his political ambitions. The former minister published a message on his social networks on May 26, mixing wishes for peace and claiming his victory in the presidential election of October 2025.
In his message, broadcast in English and French, Issa Tchiroma Bakary expresses his wishes for peace, prosperity and divine protection for the families of the Muslim community of Cameroon, the diaspora and around the world. He also calls for preserving the country "from the forces of evil." However, the publication takes a political turn when he signs as "President elect of the Republic of Cameroon," thus reviving the controversy surrounding the results of the last presidential election.
This stance comes in a Cameroonian political context still marked by tensions. Several opposition figures continue to contest the results of the presidential election, fueling a persistent debate on the legitimacy of the power in place. Issa Tchiroma Bakary's approach, which associates a religious message with a political claim, is seen as a strategy to keep his militant base mobilized and to remind of his presence on the national political scene.
By choosing a symbolic moment in the Muslim calendar, traditionally associated with calls for peace and solidarity, Issa Tchiroma Bakary addresses a message on several levels. He is part of the tradition of Eid greetings, while reaffirming a position of political challenge that distinguishes him within the Cameroonian political landscape. This media outing comes as internal political dynamics continue to evolve, suggesting potential reshuffles in the perspective of future deadlines.
Eid al-Adha, or the Feast of Sacrifice, is one of the most important celebrations in Islam. It commemorates Ibrahim's (Abraham) submission to God, ready to sacrifice his son Ishmael before being stopped by an angel. This festival is marked by prayers, animal sacrifices and moments of sharing with family and those in need.
