To mark the celebration of National Unity Day on May 20, Member of Parliament Nourane Foster publicly expressed her admiration for the First Lady of Cameroon, Chantal Biya. In a message shared on her Facebook page, she praised the "grace and discretion" of the wife of the Head of State, Paul Biya.
Nourane Foster and her husband, S.M. Monsieur Fotsing Tenekam 2, were invited to the dinner hosted at the Unity Palace by the presidential couple following the parade marking the 54th anniversary of Unity Day in Yaoundé. The elected official described an evening marked by "elegance," "conviviality," and "refinement," reflecting her appreciation for the event.
In her post, Nourane Foster thanked President Paul Biya and his wife for the invitation. She then elaborated on her admiration for Chantal Biya, highlighting her role alongside the Head of State and the family values she believes the First Lady embodies.
"I would particularly like to express my admiration for Mrs. Chantal Biya, an exceptional woman whose grace, discretion, kindness, and high sense of family command deep respect," Nourane Foster wrote. She also emphasized the First Lady's "legendary elegance" and "numerous social actions," as well as her "dignity" as an "attentive and loyal" wife alongside the President.
The MP emphasized Chantal Biya's "stability," "loyalty," and "constant presence" alongside her husband as an "admirable example of family values," adding that it was a source of inspiration for her. Her message concludes with a vibrant "Long Live National Unity. Long Live Cameroon".
Nourane Foster's message comes in the context of the celebration of national unity in Cameroon, marked by official events and public statements. The figure of Chantal Biya, often associated with charitable works and a particular elegance, regularly attracts attention and comments within Cameroonian society.
Beyond the tribute paid, this statement underscores the importance given to female figures in the Cameroonian political and social landscape. It highlights the values of stability and fidelity, often emphasized in public discourse on the family and the role of women in Cameroon.