Yaounde, 31 December 2025
# HEAD OF STATE'S NEW YEAR MESSAGE TO THE NATION
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Fellow Cameroonians, My dear compatriots,
During my recent swearing-in ceremony, I pledged to continue working, together with you, for the emergence of a united, stable and prosperous Cameroon.
In my view, achieving this objective is a sacred duty. It is a duty to which I intend to continue devote all my time and energy, as I have in the past.
I am duty-bound, given the trust you have continued to place in me since my accession to the helm of State. Moreover, you just renewed that trust in a convincing manner in the 12 October poll.
To me, this is an expression of satisfaction with what we have achieved together this far, and a commitment to continue our joint efforts with ever greater determination for the advancement of our country.
My dear compatriots,
During the year ending and throughout the seven-year term that has just ended, we successfully overcame many challenges together.
Even more daunting challenges await us in the coming year and as we embrace the new seven-year term. However, I have no doubt about our collective ability to face these challenges.
Everything will be possible as long as we stay united. Indeed, we have the courage, ingenuity and determination.
My dear compatriots,
There is no doubt whatever that significant progress has been achieved in many areas this year, despite numerous internal and external constraints.
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On the political front, our democratic system has once again proven its vitality. The successful organization of the presidential and regional elections confirms the entrenchment of democracy in our country.
Despite the post-presidential election unrest due to the actions of some irresponsible political leaders, the vast majority of Cameroonians demonstrated great maturity. Together, we have preserved what we cherish most: national unity, peace and stability.
Security wise, our defence and security forces, whose professionalism I will continue to commend, have been waging a courageous fight against terrorists and other criminals who jeopardize the safety of our people and their property.
On the economic and financial front, the structural reforms we have implemented with the support of our international partners have consolidated our public finances and preserved the main macroeconomic balances.
The investment budget has increased significantly.
Despite the uncertainty of the global economy, necessary measures have been taken to curb inflation and boost local production.
Many projects are being implemented or launched across various sectors to address the concerns of the people and improve their well-being.
In this respect, the commissioning of the Nachtigal Dam and numerous solar power plants, especially in the northern regions, has increased power supply.
There is ongoing construction of new power transmission lines and rehabilitation of the existing grid. The completion of these projects will improve electricity supply to industry and households.
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Furthermore, I instructed the takeover of ENEO, marking a decisive milestone towards restoring our energy sovereignty and controlling the reform of this strategic sector, which requires substantial investment.