The Social Democratic Front (SDF) leader Joshua Osih has urged opposition parties in Cameroon to form a united front to ensure the electoral calendar is respected without delay.
The call comes after the government postponed municipal and legislative elections, citing financial, logistical, and security constraints. The National Assembly approved the government’s bill, and President Paul Biya’s decree made the postponement official in June 2026, extending mandates until February 2027.
Opposition urged to defend electoral rights
In a press conference on July 23, Joshua Osih emphasized that the electoral calendar belongs to the people, not the government. He insisted that elections must proceed as scheduled, with no further delays.
“Elections must be held. Not a single day of postponement. The electoral calendar does not belong to the government—it belongs to the people. I urge all opposition parties to unite behind this demand,” Osih declared. So far, his appeal has not received a public response from other opposition figures.
Government justifies delays
The administration has attributed the postponements to financial, logistical, and security challenges, as well as the need to adjust the electoral schedule. However, Osih argues that these reasons do not justify altering the constitutional timeline.
As political tensions rise, the opposition faces mounting pressure to consolidate its stance and push for timely elections that reflect the will of Cameroonians.
