Race to presidency: Constitutional Council to proclaim results Oct 23

Cameroon’s Constitutional Council has confirmed that it will officially declare the results of the 2025 presidential election on Thursday, October 23, at 10:30 a.m. during a formal session at the Yaoundé Convention Center.

In a communique signed by the President of the Constitutional Council, Atangana Clement dated Monday, October 20, 2025, states, “ The President of the Constitutional Council announces to the public and interested parties that the hearing to settle the dispute over the election of the President of the Republic of October 12, 2025, will begin on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 11:00 a.m”

The results which will be proclaimed on Thursday October 23, will determine who will lead the country for the next seven years, marking a crucial moment in Cameroon’s political history.

The Council, which is the only body legally empowered to publish the final results, received all electoral materials from the National Commission for the General Vote Counting following the October 12 election.

Officials say the delay in releasing results is due to Cameroon’s manual vote-counting process, which requires time to verify, compile, and cross-check data from regional and departmental commissions before the final tabulation.

Observers have praised Elections Cameroon (ELECAM) for ensuring transparency and organisation during the voting process. Despite minor disputes in local tallying centers, representatives from all political parties were present at every stage to monitor and verify the results.

While the ruling party’s strong regional presence has been noted, the 2025 election also witnessed significant mobilization from opposition parties, reflecting a growing spirit of political competition.

Analysts say the enthusiasm seen during the campaign could shape upcoming legislative and municipal elections.

The opposition has called for vigilance in verifying the final results, warning against any irregularities, while both government and civil society groups are urging citizens to remain calm and await the official declaration peacefully.

In the lead-up to the announcement, several civic and religious leaders have appealed for national unity and nonviolence, stressing that political differences should not undermine the country’s stability.

The next president—whether incumbent or challenger—will face the task of addressing economic challenges, improving governance, and responding to citizens’ demands for greater inclusion and development.

As Cameroon awaits the Constitutional Council’s final proclamation, the atmosphere across the nation remains one of cautious anticipation and hope for a transparent conclusion to the 2025 electoral process.

Courtesy: The Wall African Journal/ KNews

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Cross section of members of the Constitution Council

Copy of the communique signed by the President of the Constitutional Council, Atangana Clement