Fako East MP ascends Ekona Mbenge throne

The Honourable Member of the National Assembly for Fako East and hitherto Crown Prince, has now ascended the majestic throne of Ekona Mbenge.

His Royal Majesty Chief Findi Stanley Mokondo III pledged to restore peace, promote unity and accelerate community development in Ekona Mbenge, following his coronation as the new traditional ruler of the community in Fako Division of the South West Region.

The new monarch made the commitment during his coronation ceremony on Saturday, October 10, 2026, where he succeeded his father, His Royal Majesty Chief Findi William, who ruled the community for more than 50 years.

Beginning of a new era

Addressing a large gathering of traditional rulers, administrative authorities, family heads, community leaders and inhabitants, Chief Findi Stanley Mokondo III described his coronation as the beginning of a new era for Ekona Mbenge, with peace and collective responsibility at the centre of his leadership.

He promised to work with the population to rebuild confidence, strengthen social cohesion and restore normalcy, expressing his determination to ensure that the community regains stability before December.

"Peace is the foundation of everything," the new chief declared, stressing that lasting development would remain difficult to achieve without a peaceful environment.

According to him, peace would enable inhabitants to move freely, engage in business and agricultural activities, access schools and other essential services, and collectively harness the community's resources for development.

Administration welcomes new Chief's vision

The Divisional Officer for Muyuka Subdivision, Ngatchou Nzouami Sylvain, welcomed the new chief's commitment to peace and development, expressing optimism that his leadership could encourage reconciliation and reconstruction in the locality.

The DO said the monarch had pledged to appeal to individuals still operating in the bushes to abandon armed activities and join efforts to rebuild Ekona Mbenge.

He called on the population to embrace the chief's initiative and contribute collectively to restoring peace, expressing confidence that a united effort would improve the community's prospects.

Call for inclusive leadership

Another voice at the ceremony, Morfaw Rene, underscored the importance of inclusive leadership, noting that Ekona Mbenge's cosmopolitan character required a traditional ruler who recognises and accommodates the different communities living there.

He maintained that peace should be the immediate priority, arguing that progress in healthcare, road infrastructure, education and economic activities would become more achievable once stability is restored.

Talking to the press, Chief Findi Stanley Mokondo III expressed gratitude to the royal family, kingmakers, family heads and inhabitants for accepting his succession, while paying tribute to his father for more than five decades of leadership.

As he begins his reign, expectations are high that his promises of peace, reconciliation and inclusive development will translate into tangible improvements in the lives of the people.

For Ekona Mbenge, the new traditional leadership now faces the task of turning its renewed call for unity into a foundation for lasting stability, community recovery and sustainable

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