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Cameroon continues facing the complex crises in its two English Speaking regions in the month of October, critically analyzing the Human Rights Abuse situation, records of disturbing increase and barbaric methods of killings have been witnessed. Therefore, the intensifications of this violence directly affects the civilian population. Bihndumlem Humanitarian Association of Peace and Hope (BIHAPH) in Cameroon has taken upon these initiative to bring to light the most recent cases of Human Right Violation/ Abuses covering the month of October 2022. This report involves atrocities committed by Defense and State Security Forces (SSF), Non-State Armed Groups (NSAG) and general community including individuals who are taking advantage of the deteriorating situation.

1. RECORDED INCIDENCE BY ELEMENTS OF GOVERNMENT DEFENCE AND SECURITY FORCES.

State Security forces (SSF) kill one in Guzang North West Region

In the early hours of October 19^th, 2022 in Guzang Batibo subdivision of North west      region, the military met a mother in her house in New Town Guzang and shot her for no reason. She is Mama Munji Cecilia was taken to the mortuary in Bamenda to be buried consequently.

Shock in Mbonge meme Division of South West region as a man and two sons killed in a military raid

A man and his 2 sons have been killed by alleged government forces in Mbonge, meme division of the south west region. The incident occurred Monday, October 10, 2022. According to Mimi Mefo Infos(MMI), the bodies of the three were discovered in a pool of blood shortly after the raid was carried out in the neighborhood. The identity of the three deceased is yet to be known.

Elements of Defense and security forces burn twelve houses, five bikes and kill one in Boyo North West Region

One civilian by name Helbert Nshom was killed in an attempt to escape. The man was fleeing with his child before he was killed and since then the child has not been found, the source went on adding that: only the father’s deceased body was discovered. This incident took place on October 12^th ,2022.

Soldiers torture Man before his wife and kids in Bui North West Region

Members of the Rapid Intervention Battalion, BIR an elite unite of Cameroonian army have been captured on camera torturing a man in front of his wife and children. The incident reported happened in Djotin a locality in Noni, sub division Bui division of the North West Region on October 12^th 2022.

Woman executed in Guzang Batibo subdivision of the North West Region.

The woman had just taken her bath on the 21^st of October 2022 and was in her room when the soldiers entered. Many who saw them took cover and after some time in her room, they heard gunshuts. When the SSF had left, her neighbors rushed there only to find her naked body in the pull of her own blood.

1. ABUSES BY NON-STATE ARMED GROUPS

Abducted Reverend father freed in Bui division North West region

Reverend father Shiyntum Sergius who was abducted by separatist fighters from the parish house in Vekovi Village Bui Division was freed on October 1^st 2022. It should be noted that farther Serguis was accused of having a hand in the death of a separatist fighter (self-proclaimed General Chop Fire). Who was removed from his sick bed in Bingo Baptist Health Center and executed by elements of Defense and Security. The colleagues of the NSAG fighter believed the SSF could only have gotten information after a tip off by a member of the staff. Hence they decided to abduct the Rev. Father managing the hospital. At the moment there is no information revealing the circumstances that led to his release. 

A truck driver shot dead in his residence in Mankon Mezam division of the North West Region

A truck driver is said to have been shot dead at his residence in Mankon, North West Region of Cameroon. This happened on October 7^th 2022. The reason for his murder is left unknown as well as the identity of the victim. However, his neighbors believe he was shot by members of NSAG

Wum municipality devastated by the burning of the residents of the Lord Mayor: Menchum Division North West Region

Inhabitants of Wum municipality woke up on Monday morning 18^th October to the devastating news of the burring down of the residence of the Lord mayor of Wum council. From information gathered some 5-armed men stormed the resident of the municipal leader, surrendered occupants before setting the house ablaze. This happened on Sunday evening 17^th October 2022.

Two elements of defense and security killed in Donga Mantung Division of the north west region by separatist fighters

The two elements of defense and security were killed in the early hours of Sunday October 17^th, 2022 in Donga Mantung Division of the North West Region, they are Sergeant Nkoa Ebode, who was recently transferred to Ndu (just one week ago), and warrant officer Aroumtouang. The pair was on board a motorcycle heading to a control post 2km away from Ndu when they were ambushed and killed. Their attackers also took their rifles.

Captives of Nchang incident on social media up loaded by separatist fighters

A video circulating on social media showing the captives of Nchang incident who are victims pleading with the Catholic Church authorities to secure their release. The victims where Two Nigerian priest, three Cameroonian Priests, One cook, a Nun, A little girl and assistant catechist of the parish were kidnapped from the Saint Mary Catholic Church in Nchang, Mamfe on September 16, 2022.

Nkwen, Mezam North West Region in Panic After bloody attack by armed Men

The population of Nkwen in the Bamenda III municipality was in panic and shock following the death of a native whose name Cameroon News agency got as Ndowie popularly known as ‘Issa’. Reports say he was shot in the head at close range at about 10pm on Saturday 15^th October 2022 at a place called ‘speed brake’.

Two workers shot dead on Mamfe-Eyoumojock South West Region by separatist fighters

Two workers were reported shot to dead on the Mamfe-Eyoumojock road in Manyu division of the south west region of Cameroon. The tragic incident which occurred in the morning hours of Thursday, October 27^th, 2022 left one of the workers severely injured. According to reports, the deceased whose names we got as Oliver Ngum and Emmanuel Mukong, are said to be in their late 30s. three-gun men are reported to have appeared form a nearby forest and ordered them to stop work. They asked them to vacate the scene by running. As they ran for their lives the gunmen opened fire on them which led to the death of the ‘duo’.

Separatist fighters attempt on the life of the SDO of Mechum Division North west region.

The SDO for Menchum, Abdoullahi Aliou on the night of the 21^st of October 2022 survived an assassination attempt while four gendarme officers escorting him back to his lake side residence in Waindo were wounded. This happened at about 6:30pm after he concluded evening prayers at the mosque.

Separatist fighters target a military Pickup in Wum central North West region.

Sources in Wum reported to CNN on the 13^th of October 2022, separatist fighters targeted a military pick up with just a driver on board. Though they missed their target and the driver escaped with his vehicle, elements of the security forces descended in to Naikom and set ablaze 2 houses located around the scene of the incidents. Meanwhile at the village outskirts in Wum some 10 houses belonging to Fulani herdsmen were burnt down by suspected separatist fighter rendering more than 100 persons homeless and displaced.

A bar and provision shop burnt in Wum Menchum division of the North West Region

On Monday 24^th October, a Bar and Provision shop were set ablaze by separatist fighters in Wum central subdivision in Menchum division of the north west region of Cameroon.   Eye witnesses to the scene said Separatist fighters committed the acts and they had been carrying inhuman and atrocious assaults in the community lately.

1. ABUSES BY THE COMMUNITY

Two men killed by the population of Nkwen Bamenda NorthWest Region

Two armed men were beaten to dead by population in Mile 4 Nkwen Bamenda on the night of the 15^th October 2022 at about 9:45 pm. CNA learned the men had attempted to steal a taxi from a driver who raised an alarm. The armed men fired their riffles but the population stepped in and successfully neutralized them. Security forces who were called said they retrieved an M21 riffles and a magazine with 6 rounds of ammunition form the scene.

The above gross, barbaric inhuman human rights violation is not only as a result of the continuous escalation of the conflict but as day goes by violence in English speaking Cameroon is a call for concern as not only forces of defense and Separatist fighters but individuals afflict pain on the people hiding behind the crises.

BIHAPH documents these inhumane acts in order to call on all parties to uphold all the principles that dignifies human life. Furthermore, children are still not allowed to go to school freely in most part of these regions especially in poor rural communities. This act violates the right of children to education which is a fundamental human right therefore. BIHAPH sends this paper to serve as an early warning sign to both state, international bodies and the population on ground to know the stage in which these two regions exist. Human life precedes all state entitlement and should be respected by all.

REFERNCES

Cameroon News Agency

Mimi Mefo Infor

CBPC member Bafmeng

BIHAPH would like to thank all the courageous women and men who agreed to tell us about their experience and its impact on their lives and those of their loved ones.

• Gruesome photos of the above gross human rights violation are available to confirm the atrocious abuses.

BIHAPH’S LIGHT ON HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSES-ANGLOPHONE CRISIS IN CAMEROON: #BIHAPH#

 A LIGHT OF HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSES BY STATE ARMED GROUPs, NON-STATE ARMED GROUPS AND THE COMMUNITY.

September 2022 EDITION

V O L U M E    14, I S S U E 14

Cameroon continues facing the complex crisis in its two English Speaking regions. To critically analyze the Human Rights Abuse situation in the month of September, records of disturbing increase and barbaric methods of killings have been witnessed. Therefore, the intensifications of this violence directly affects the civilian population. Bihndumlem Humanitarian Association of Peace and Hope (BIHAPH) in Cameroon has taken upon herself to bring to light the most recent cases of Human rights Violations/Abuses covering the month of September 2022. This report involves atrocities committed by Defense and Security Forces (DSF), Non-State Armed Groups (NSAG) and the general community including individuals who are taking advantage of the situation.

1. RECORDED INCIDENCE BY ELEMENTS OF THE DEFENSE AND SECURITY FORCES

Soldiers kill three civilians including a baby in kuvlu &Takov, Bamenda North West region

At least 3 civilians including a baby in a quarter called Kah and 3 military terrorists in Lou have been killed in Bui division, Bamenda North West Region of Cameroon. This was after an attack by the State Armed groups on the Non State Armed groups (Unity Warriors). The SAGs after the attack unleashed their anger on civilians in the area. A man, a mother, and her less than 1 year old child all from one family were innocently killed. This happened on the 2^nd of September 2022 in Kah.

Bike rider hit by stray bullet following military-amba gunfire exchange   

A bike rider in Bamessing, Ndop in the Ngoketunja division of the North West Region is battling between life and death. The young man yet to be identified was reportedly hit by a stray bullet following a gun battle between the army and armed separatist fighters on September 2^nd 2022.  

Two People Killed in Awing by Members of the Gendarmerie Brigade

The Awing brigade commander and his team attacked, seized weapons and killed over two individuals in Awing on September 8^th 2022. Amongst those killed in the attack, is a NSAG freedom fighter commonly known as “SATAN”.

State security forces arrest and beat up civilians at Benakuma, Menchum valley in the North West Region.

In the early hours of the night of 11^th September 2022, the state security forces had information that the non-state armed groups were are Buteh where a wake was held for a dead member of the community. At 2:00am, the state armed forces raided the compound, arrested seven men, beat up women and men and took them to Wum. In the wake of this, inhabitants of Bosung and Buteh resulted to sleeping in the forest for safety.

Two women shot dead by state security forces in Andek Ngie in Momo Division North West Region.

Two women were killed in Andek, Ngie on 14^th September 2022 by three elements of the defense and order in the locality for BTAP. The said members of the SAGs violated the rules of engagement and opened fire on civilians living 2 women dead.

These two women were identified as Mrs. Abazie Suzanne aged 49 years and Mrs. Etoh Basheba Akutah aged 47, the respective families identified and took their corpses for burial. It is important to note that the government forces regret this happening and have put the perpetrators behind bars.

BBH staff arrested by the forces of security defense and order in Kumbo North West Region

Three staff of Banso Baptist Hospital are under military custody, accused of treating wounded fighters considered by the military as enemies of the state on the 25^th September 2022. One of them is a breast-feeding mother whose name is captured as Carine and has a three-months old baby who was taken to her after the arrest so she could keep nursing the baby behind bars.

1. ABUSES BY NON-STATE ARMED GROUPS

A man shot dead at Awing during the burial of his mother

On September 2, 2022, Mr Christopher was shot by unknown gunmen, sources say he is a native of Awing village in the North West Region. He was shot in the early hours of the day when he went to the village to pay his last respect to his mother. Sources say he was killed by non-state armed group fighters for reasons yet to be known to the population.

Rampant kidnapping in Bafameg, Fungom sub-division in the North West Region

In the early hours of the night on Monday September 5^th 2022, the population was taken unawares and by heavy shooting from unknown gun men. Amidst the shooting, 5 persons were kidnapped and 3 were later released while 2 others were taken to an unknown destination. This ignited fear in the hearts of the population who ran to the bushes for safety.

Separatist fighters shoot indiscriminately at a public transport bus in Ekona Fako division South West Regions

On Tuesday September 06^th, people went to their normal activities. Everywhere seemed calm when a Car travelling from Kumba to Buea was intercepted at Ekona and was indiscriminately shot at, leaving everybody in the vehicle dead.  This act was done by the separatist fighters who proclaimed the lockdown to stop the resumption of school.   

Female teacher shot in Ekona South West Region by separatist fighters

A teacher by name Che Rhoda was shot on her way to school in a shoot-out by NSAGs in an attempt to halt school resumption on September 6^th 2022 at Ekona in the South West. The said lady is between life and dead at the hospital.

Separatist fighters kidnap 9 in Fongom Subdivision in North West region

On Tuesday September 6^th 2022, 9 men of the Bafmeng local electricity management body were kidnapped in an attempt to raise a fallen electric pole to ensure the village has electricity. The men were taken by surprise while they were working at the “Abuh Kom” camp. The said individuals were released 1 week later and were taken to the hospital for intensive care.

Separatist fighters halt school resumption in Fako division in the South West Region

Schools were interrupted for students and pupils on September 7^th after a gun battle started around Mutengene, Mile 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 and Bomaka in the Fako division of the South West region. This made it impossible for students and pupils to go to school while those who were already in school had their parents device means to get them out of school.

At mile 16 there were reports of a student who was intercepted by NSAGs, they undressed him, destroyed his uniform and was made to go home naked.

NSAGs abduct school children in mile 16 South West Region of Cameroon

6 primary school pupils were abducted on their way to school in the morning hours of Wednesday 7^th September 2022 at mile 16 Bolifamba South west region of Cameroon.

Two people shot at Foncha Street in Mezam division North West region

Two people were shot in the afternoon of Wednesday 7^th September 2022 around Foncha Street-Nkwen, Bamenda. They included a man and a woman who were in a car when the unfortunate incident happened.  One was reportedly shot in the arm while the other was shot in the mouth after bullets penetrated their car. The shooters were well armed and nobody till now knows who they are and why they were shooting.

Rain bullets in Ngyem-mbo Mbengwi by NSAGs North West Region

The Ngyem-mbo set 2 Cars ablaze: one at the stretch of the road commonly called evil forest and at a popular junction called Samtaben in Mbengwi on Friday 9^th September 2022. The said NSAG group sent children of a community school back home. Reports have it that the said group are from Bali who hold that Bali can not be observing ghost town while Mbengwi is not. Also, school activities were put on hold till after October 1^st, 2022.

In kumbo, North West Region Separatist warned the Banso Baptist hospital

At least six non-state armed group fighters were killed during a confrontation with state forces of security and defense on September 11^th 2022 in kumbo. Self-proclaimed general “Fireman” and his guard were pulled out of the Baptist hospital and killed. The separatists threatened the hospital’s administration alleging that there is an informant feeding the government forces with information about their movements and admissions. 

Military control post set ablaze in Jakiri North West Region

The police check point at the veterinary junction was burnt down by NSAGs on September 14^th 2022, in an ambush attack. This is the second time the said check point is coming under attack. The first attack left 2 members of SAGs dead.

7 Rev Fathers and Co. kidnapped in the South West Region.

Separatist fighters in the evening of September 16^th, 2022 set ablaze Catholic Church Nchang in Manyu and kidnapped priests, other church workers and members while the service was unfolding. The 7 people kidnapped were identified as Fr. Elias Okorie, Fr. Barnabas Ashu, Fr. Cornelius Jingwa, Fr. Job Francis Nwobegu, Fr. Emmanuel Asaba, Sr. Jancinta C. Udeagha, Mr. Nkem Patrick Osang (Assisting Catechist), Ms. Blanche Bright (Little girls from Ebam Village), Mme. Kelechukwu (Cook). It is important to note that Fr Cornelius is a patient and as at the time of this report he had not been released.

IED planted in Bafut North West Region by separatist fighters

Separatist fighters in Bafut on Saturday September 24^th, 2022 used an IED to target a military convoy around Njibujang quarter. The front and side views of the armored car were completely damaged. Angered by this, government forces said the population knew about this but did not inform them and descended on the population.

Nso field Pastor kidnapped by NSAGs in Bui division of North West Region.

Four more staff of Banso Baptist Hospital (BBH) have been kidnapped by members of NSAGs. The Pastor and other staff of the hospital are accused of collaborating with the military according to a source that spoke with CNA and asked not to be named for security reasons. The medical staff and Pastor were captured by the fighters after each being summoned by the ‘Amba’ fighters. The captured are Rev. Shey John (Nso field pastor), Ma. Mbiydzenyuy Margaret (Nurse), Njoai Lawrence (surgical Technician), Fai Peter (Security guard), Godlove Selamo (Biker for Health) on the same day 25^th September 2022.

Separatist fighters set ablaze the house of president of Ndong Awing in North west Region

On September 26^th, 2022, the house of the president of Ndong Awing cultural and development association was set ablaze in North West Region. The house was burnt because the president said "the battle line was drawn" after an elite was murdered in cold blood during the burial of his mother.

Separatist fighters picked up a Reverend Father for questioning in Bui Division North West Region.

Fr. Sergius of Vekovi-Dzekwa Local government area of Bui division on the 26^th of September 2022 was picked up by the Bui unity warriors for questioning: he has been suspected and accused of having information connected with the military arrest of the Bui unity warrior general from the hospital.

Separatist fighters attack Gendarmerie post in Awing North West Region of Cameroon.

The attack on the gendarmerie post in Awing left 3 soldiers dead and 3 others seriously wounded and several weapons seized by the NSAGs on Monday September 26^th 2022.

Unidentified Gun men kill 1 and wound several in Chop, Nkambe North West Region

A business man by name Njamshi Eric was killed in an attack by unidentified Gun men in a neighborhood in Chop village, Nkambe in the North West region of Cameroon at 7pm on September 27^th 2022. Several other persons equally sustained severe injuries from the attack.

1. ABUSES BY THE COMMUNITY

Abandoned child found in a bush in Mbengwi, North West Region

A baby was found abandoned in a bush around the house of a certain Mr Tembi in Mbengwi on 3^rd of September 2022. The baby was immediately rushed to the Mbengwi general hospital that same day.

A mentally deranged woman killed her husband in Kumbo North West Region

A mentally deranged woman is reported to have killed her husband with no reason given. Hearing this, NSAGs (Bui Unity Warriors) in turn beat the woman to death as well. The couple were buried on the same day (28^th September).

The above gross, barbaric inhuman human rights violation is not only as a result of the continuous escalation of the conflict but as day goes by violence in English speaking Cameroon is a call for concern as not only forces of defense and Separatist fighters but individuals afflict pain on the people hiding behind the crises. BIHAPH in documenting this inhumane act calls on all parties to uphold all the principles that dignifies human life. Furthermore, children are still not allowed to go to school freely as schools are held for reopening in these regions, this act is violating right to education which is a fundamental human right therefore, BIHAPH sends this paper to serve as an eye opener to both state, international bodies and the population on ground to know the stage in which these two regions exist.

HUMAN LIFE PRECEDES ALL STATE ENTITLEMENT AND SHOULD BE RESPECTED BY ALL.

REFERNCES:

Verified online sources

Community focal persons

CBPC member Bafmeng

Reviewing the Human Rights Abuse situation of English-speaking Cameroon, the month of July has recorded particular increase in Human Rights abuses. Therefore, the intensifications of this violence directly affect the civilian population. The Bihndumlem Humanitarian Association of Peace and Hope (BIHAPH) in Cameroon have documented the most recent cases of Human Right Violation/ Abuses covering the month of July 2022. This report involves atrocities committed by Defense and Security Forces (DSF), Non-State Armed Groups (NSAG) and general community including individuals such as Fulani herd men.

1. RECORDED INCIDENCE BY ELEMENTS OF THE DEFENCE AND SECURITY FORCES

Tension in Bamenda, capital city of the North West Region as more than 500 motorbikes seized

An atmosphere of uncertainty looms Bamenda for about a week now, there has been the seizure of more than 500 motorbikes. The motorbikes were seized by security officers. This exercise took place on 9^th to 10^th July, no official statement has been made as to why the bikes are being seized and what the victims need to do in order to regain their bikes. Some of the bike riders recounted how they spent huge sums of money to retrieve their bikes.

Man arrested by military on his way from church found dead in Bafut

A man whose name sources got as Ngwa Richard who was arrested by military in Bafut, mezam Division of the North West Region was found dead. The man was reportedly arrested by the military on patrol on Thursday July 7, 2022 when he was returning from morning prayers. A source says he was not found after his arrest not even after a search for him was conducted in several security posts in Bafut. Another source says he saw a man pulled out of a military truck and shot death at the Bafut airport where the military is stationed. After several days of continues search, his body was finally found in one marshy area in Bafut. Source [i]MMI

Gendarmes in Jakiri confiscate more than 60 ID cards after separatists’ fighters’ provocation

On Saturday July 16, 2022, separatist fighters came to the central town in Jakiri beside the lone petrol station. They fired sporadic gunshots in the air before leaving. Barely 30minutes after the combatants had left and civilians were returning to their activities, gendarmes from Jakiri came and allegedly harassed some civilians. They collected over 60 ID cards and asked the victims to come collect them at their station paying a sum of 10.000 FRS each to collect their cards.  Source [ii]Cameroon News Agency.

Government forces injured civilians in mile 12 Ikiliwindi Meme division South West Region

At least four civilians are said to have been killed allegedly by government forces on Tuesday, July 26^th, 2022, they invaded mile 12 area in a locality situated some 10kilometters away from the central city of Kumba in the South West region.  

Several persons reported arrested in kumba during military raids in South West Region.

Several persons have been reportedly arrested in kumba, on 23 July 2022 Meme division of the South West region. They were arrested following a military raid in the area. Local say security forces stormed the locality called the bakweri quarter and whisked off several persons from their homes. Some houses were broken into and their occupants taken away by mixed security team, the exact reasons for the raid remains unknown.

Government forces neutralized and improvised Explosive device in Bamenda North west Region

Government forces neutralized an improvised explosives device in Bamenda city on July 30, 2022. This incident happened at mobile Nkwen in Bamenda which caused fear and traffic around the area.

Two non-state armed fighters killed in Bambui Tubah sub division in the North West Region

Self-proclaimed commander Rasta and colonel John of Bambui were killed on Sunday 31^st July 2022 by elements of Defense and security forces and their bodies displaced at the 4 corners Bambui. A local source said ‘these are the amba boys who have been disturbing education in Bambui’.

Dozens on the run after elements of defense and security kill three, set houses on fire in Mbengwi, Momo Division North west region.

Three persons were on Monday killed and several houses set ablaze in Gunuku village, in Mbengui Momo Division. Sources said those killed had their hands tied behind, many are now in the bushes for safety after soldiers carried out the killings, three were caught and executed an eye witness told MMI

1. ABUSES BY NON-STATE ARMED GROUPS

Locals accuse separatists of abducting CBC field pastor and two others in Bum Boyo Division.

On July 2022, the field pastor of the Cameroon Baptist convention (CBC) Bum and two others were abducted. Rev Ngo Noah was abducted alongside, Dom Samuel, quarter head of Mbamlu and TAM APOLO, a teacher. This incident occurred Thursday, 7 July 2022 in Fonfuka, headquarters of Bum in subdivision in Boyo division of the North West Region. It was reported that amba boys stormed the village at 4am and took away the field pastor, a teacher and the quarter head of Mbalmu village a local source told MMI. It was alleged that this was the 3^rd time they were kidnapping the said teacher. Their whereabouts remain unknown.

Separatist fighters under fire for worsening food crisis 

Separatist fighters from South West region of Cameroon attacked a van transporting around 200 bags of Irish potatoes in the west region of Cameroon. Images of the burnt vehicle emerged on social media on Monday 4^th July 2022, showing Irish potatoes scattered on the ground. Source Mimi Mefor Info

Armed men kill retired soldier in Bambili, North West region

The population of Bambili are yet to come in terms with the death of one of theirs, a retired uniform officer who had put in many years in the Cameroon military. This family head whose name we go as KAMCHU was killed on the night of Sunday braking Monday 25^th July at his home in Bambili. Relatives believed he was gunned down by separatist fighters.

Mother of two captured, naked and tortured by non-sate armed groups in Nijnteh Bafut sub division of the North west Region.

Mother of two children NEH JUDITH LANGA from Njinteh Bafut was kidnapped by ADF fighters at Ntabuwe Bafut on her way to the farm and was accused of dating a military man, she was captured by general Alhaji and commander Shumanjah, on July 27, 2022. This woman looks malnourished, she was naked and tortured on videos gotten on social media.[iii]

BIR commander killed in Kumba South West Region, Cameroon

A senior member of the Rapid Intervention Battalion, BIR Major, Essama was shot dead in Kumba, meme division in the South West region. He is the son of Colonel EYENGA, he was shot dead alongside others on the morning of Tuesday, July 26, 2022.

Notorious separatist fighter brought to light in Boyo division North west region

Separatist fighter popularly known as ‘General RK’ in Mbueni Village, Boyo has killed and injured more than 25 people. This incident happened on the 27^th July 2022 when the Mbueni people revolted against him, for confiscating all their fertile lands and plantations and even using them as laborer’s. when they revolted his orders, he clamped down on them killing some, torturing them to bend the people to his will. This is exactly what the crisis has become, images are full on social media platforms.  

1. ABUSES BY COMMUNITY

Njibujang residents beat up suspected separatist for harassing biker at former toll gate Bafut sub division, North West Region. 

According to CNA, the incident took place on July 22, 2022, when a suspected member of “Bafut 7 Katar” fighter group, stopped a bike rider at a check point, demanding a sum of 2000 franc. Unable to comply the latter resorted to impounding the bike, which resulted in a fierce fight between two parties. Attracted by passerby rushed to the scene they poured their wrath on the suspected amba fighter, leaving him in a helpless state. According to these residents, they have had enough of the constant extortion from both the fighters and the state armed forces

Armed fulanis invade wum Village in Menchum division North West Region over death of their brothers

After threatening the Fon of Waindo, telling him he’s next in line on the list of kidnapping, after taking ransom of 1.5 million form the Fon of Naikom, the kidnapers kidnapped and slaughtered 4 Fulani men in the early hours of Monday 25^th July 2022. Without hesitation, armed Fulani militants attacked a community in Wum subdivision in Menchum division north west of Cameroon. On Monday afternoon of July 25, 2022, the attackers invaded the Aghem communities of Waido and Zonghofe at least 10 persons were injured only on that Monday.

This fight did not end there on Tuesday morning, the natives of Wum also took their angry self to the community grand stand to enter the Fulani quarters and teach the Fulani people a lesson. Fortunately, the elements of defense and security were there to hold them from committing something they might regrate. On Wednesday, the tension reduced as the community Mayor was there to share peace talks so they can find out who did this act of inhumane killing. On Thursday though skeptical, community members timidly went back to do their daily activities even though the natives were on the road blocking it from the Fulani’s to enter their community. The mayor told them to end the blockade.

The next day Friday 29 July,  was the big prayer day at the central mosque where some group of native boys went to the Upkwa road and were stabbed to death by the Fulani men who wanted to pass the road. This sparked up another crisis in which the elements of defense and security were there to calm down the natives. It is reported that peace negotiations are going on and things are gradually coming back to normal meanwhile, the perpetrators are still unknown.

For six running years, The English speaking regions are turning into the most brutal warzones The situation is stark, and it’s spiraling. War doesn't care who you are, where you're from or how old you are. It costs lives, shatters families and ruins futures. 

The above gross human right violation and the continuous escalation of violence in English speaking Cameroon is a serious call for concern. BIHAPH in documenting this inhumane act calls on all parties to uphold the principles and dignity of human life. It also serves as an eye opener to both state, international bodies and the population on ground to know the stage in which these two regions survive. Human life precedes all state entitlement and should be respected by all.

[i] Mimi Mefo Info

[ii] Cameroon News Agency

[iii] Mark Bareta News

ANGLOPHONE CRISIS IN CAMEROON: # BIHAPH# A LIGHT OF HUMAN RIGHT ABUSES BY ELEMENTS OF THE DEFENCE AND SECURITY FORCES, NON STATE ARMED GROUPS, COMMUNITY AND ARMED FULANI HERDSMEN.

JUNE 2022 EDITION

V O L U M E    11, I S S U E 11

GENEVA 1 November 2018 — The UN Human Rights Committee, which monitors implementation of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, published a new general comment: a comprehensive text providing legal guidance on article 6, the right to life. 

“The right to life is the prerequisite for the enjoyment of all other human rights,” explained Yuval Shany, Chair of the Human Rights Committee. “The general comment provides a rich and authoritative statement of the obligations deriving from the right to life, which the Committee defines as ‘the supreme right.’” 

This general comment replaces earlier general comments No. 6 (16th session) and 14 (23rd session) adopted by the Committee in 1982 and 1984, respectively.  Article 6 recognizes and protects the right to life of all human beings. It is the supreme right from which no derogation is permitted even in situations of armed conflict and other public emergencies which threatens the life of the nation.

-The right to life has crucial importance both for individuals and for society as a whole. It is most precious for its own sake as a right that inheres in every human being, but it also constitutes a fundamental right;

 -Effective protection is the prerequisite for the enjoyment of all other human rights and whose content can be informed by other human rights.

- The right to life is a right which should not be interpreted narrowly. It concerns the entitlement of individuals to be free from acts and omissions that are intended or may be expected to cause their unnatural or premature death, as well as to enjoy a life with dignity. Article 6 guarantees this right for all human beings, without distinction of any kind, including for persons suspected or convicted of even the most serious crimes.

-Paragraph 1 of article 6 of the Covenant provides that No one shall be arbitrarily deprived of his life and that the right shall be protected by law. It lays the foundation for the obligation of States parties to respect and to ensure the right to life, to give effect to it through legislative and other measures, and to provide effective remedies and reparation to all victims of violations of the right to life.

Reviewing the Human Rights Abuse situation of English speaking Cameroon, the month of June has recorded particular increase in Human Rights abuses. Therefore the intensifications of this violence directly affect the civilian population. The Bihndumlem Humanitarian Association of Peace and Hope (BIHAPH) in Cameroon have documented the most recent cases of Human right Violation/ Abuses covering the month of June 2022. This report involves atrocities committed by Defense and Security Forces (DSF), Non State Armed Groups (NSAG) and general community including individuals such as ArmedFulani herd men.

1. RECORDED INCIDENCE BY ELEMENTS OF THE DEFENCE AND SECURITY FORCES

Government forces accused of killing 9 civilians in Missong village Fungom Sub Division in Menchum Division in the North West region of Cameroon, Village sources said.

On Wednesday June 1^st 2022 the Members of Cameroon Army killed 9 civilians in Missiong village following a misunderstanding between the villagers and the armed forces. It was reported that, 4 women, 4men and a one year old baby Girl were killed during the massacre. This attack was acknowledged by the Defence and Security Forces (DSF) through a press release in which Captain Cyril Serge Atonfack; head of DSF communication division admitted the 4 soldiers opened fire and killed 9 unarmed civilians.

ADF Fighters killed in Meme, South West Region for Cameroon.

The mortal remains of two separatist fighters were put on display in the city of Kumba Meme division, South West region of Cameroon after they were killed by elements of BIR this June 8^th 2022. According to sources in the Army these are remains of Self-Proclaimed General Deco and another who granted himself Colonel.

Military kills a disabled man and two others in Belo, Boyo division North West region. 

It was reported that soldiers of the Defence and Security Forces stormed Belo village, living a young man living with disability by Name Gideon and 2 others dead on the 10^th of June 2022.

Military Burn down 13 Houses, killing business Man in Bamunka Ndop sub division in the North West Region.

A popular business man whose brother is in the Cameroonian army was shot and killed after having his provision store burnt down. The incident is reported to have occurred on June 9^th, 2022. Sources say the military went to Bamunka in Ndop sub division early in the morning when people were still asleep and started burring houses. About 13 houses wear burnt where by some belongs to civilians and others to separatist fighters.

Government forces arrest 7 people in Nkum Bui Division North West Region

The families of seven civilians arrested by government forces in Yelum, Bui Division in the North West region of Cameroon, have expressed fears that their relatives might have been killed. This took place on the 24 June, 2022 in Yelum.

Cameroon BIR element who doubles as chief in Bwassa Fako Division of the South West region tortured an unrecognized man in a viral video on the internet.

In a viral video circulating on social media, a soldier who doubles as a chief in Bwassa village known as Ewume Eko John aka Moja Moja was seen earlier on 28 June 2022, torturing an unrecognized man in the trunk of his car. Another video emerge showing how he is torturing the same man in his living room with a cutlass. Blood could be seen oozing out from his body. As of now, BIHAPH has no light about the man’s wellbeing or where about.

ADF self-proclaimed commander arrested in Douala

ADF self-proclaimed commander Eyambe Samson was arrested in Douala on June 10^th 2022, thanks to a blackleg. He is a native of Marumba in Mbonge sub division of the South West region. He had proclaimed himself commander of Ekombe Ebongi three corners. He is responsible for kidnapping hundreds of people and collected huge sums of money.

10 Separatist fighters killed in Shukov, Waikov, Bui division of the North West Region

At least 10 separatist fighters have lost their lives in Shukov, Waikov in Bui division on the 19^th of June 2022. 

1. ABUSES BY NON-STATE ARMED GROUPS

Five soldiers killed by separatist fighters in the neighboring Anglophone village to the west region.

On June 8 2022, separatist fighters reportedly killed 5 soldiers. This attack took place in Njitapon a locality close to the Noun a locality in the west region.  This attack in particularly worrisome as it was conducted in the French speaking part of Cameroon outside of the usual conflict area of English speaking regions. In this attack, credible sources have confirmed that the armed men invaded Njitapon and attacked the Gendarmerie base killing 5 gendarme’s officers including Lt Commander of the Base. 

Two Regional Delegation of Trade workers shot in Bamenda

It was on June 8, 2022 when the Delegate of trade for North West Ghogomu Abel Foncha reported the killing of two of his staffs Athenku Sadio Mandela and Yong Emmanuel who were shoot at the hospital round about neighborhood where they were assigned to work. Athenku Sadio Mandela died on the spot while Young Emmanuel was admitted to the emergency unit of the Regional Hospital in Bamenda.

Mamfe District Hospital in the South West Region of Cameroon set Ablaze

Reports of images online shows that the Mamfe District hospital in Manyu Division of the South West region of Cameroon was burnt down to ashes. The Health Facility was attacked at about 10pm Wednesday June 8, 2022. An eye witness account says that it was burnt down completely by separatist fighters after over powering security gourds in a fires gun fierce exchange.

A civilian brutally assassinated in Weh village Fungom sub division in Menchum Division of the North West Region of Cameroon.

Confirm source form Weh Village has it that, unidentified gun men in the early hours of the evening at about 7pm. 3gun shots were heard in intervals of 2-3minunts around the main entrance of our neighborhood on the road linking Weh to Wum and took to their heels, leaving a Man commonly known as Salifou Lifeless.

Serious gunshots in Mile 4 leaving 3 Gendarme and a Bike Rider dead in Bamenda

On Saturday 11^th of June 2022, serious gunshots were heard at mile 4 bridges Nkwen in Bamenda city of the North West region leaving 3 gendarmes and a bike rider dead. Eye witness says the Gendarmes who were in active service went to eat in a local food vendor called ‘Dreamland’ were taken unaware by separatist fighters leaving 3 gendarmes and Bike man dead.

The Fon of Wa’azoh village in Wum Central finally released.

Following the abduction of the Fon of Wazor, HRH Nchia Josephe Ndoh on 16^th of May 2022, after weeks of Molesting and torture, he was released on June 12, 2022 and was rushed to the hospital for proper medical treatment. BIHAPH visit to the place on June 16^th reports that you could still see the bruises and swollen legs.

Serious shooting took place in Esu Menchum division in the North West region.

There wear reports that serious shoot took place in Esu form 2 am to the early hours of the 18^th of June 2022. It was alleged that some armed men attacked the military in Esu and a serious exchange of fire between the military and the unidentified armed men that lead to the death of an unidentified armed man stray bullets touched a woman who is the second wife of Mr Ignatius Buh a retired Military man.

Injured Gendarme Rescued by population in Bamenda

The population of Bamenda showed their human side after rescuing gendarme Mankolo who was shot by separatist fighters in Bamenda mile two Nkwen on the 16 June 2022.

Separatist fighters attacked the Konye Gendarmerie Brigade in Meme Division, South West region of Cameroon

Separatist fighters launched an assault against the Konye Gendarmerie Brigade in Meme Division leaving one gendarme dead. This took place at the brigade on June 24^th in the Afternoon.

Detected separatists shot dead by active fighters upon his return in Liebialem, south west region of Cameroon.

A former separatist fighter was killed by his former colleague in Lewoh, near Fontem as he return home almost 2 years after his absconded from the fighter. According to reliable information given to MMI source got his name as Sammy on 27 June 2022.

1. ABUSES BY COMMUNITY/ ARMED FULANI HERDSMEN.

Three girls arrested in Buea-South West Region, for torturing of mate over boyfriend.

Three girls in, South West Region of Cameroon were on Wednesday 8 of June arrested by security forces for torturing another lady. In a viral video, the trio is seen undressing the victim and beating her with wipes. The go ahead to force her parade the town’s streets naked.

Unidentified human body, head abandoned at Bamenda regional hospital

A body with without a head and a head without a body wear found on the 14^th of June 20222 at the Bamenda Regional Hospital in the North West Region. This was disclosed by the director of the Bamenda Regional hospital in the Northwest region, Dr Denis Nsame, in a note signed indicated that the Unidentified human head and body without head are lying in the hospital mortuary in a poor state thereby inviting the general public to pass by and identify it.

Serious gun shots in Mbipgo Ndu North West Region leading to the death of 2 people

On the 16^th of June 2022, Mr Ngala Genesis was shot in his room and Mr Tamfu Christain on the road. The population to follow the shooters but the opened fire then the population scatted. Eye witness says the gun men are Mbororo people who use to terrorize them because they are in to cattle rearing.

Chomba Prince murdered and dumped in Bamenda

There has been a widespread shock in Nancho, Bamenda, the capital of Cameroon restive North West Region, where the body of Asanji Micheal, a Chomba Prince was dumped by his killers on the 20^th June 2022. It was alleged that Asanji left his village and was intercepted by unknown assassins that faithful day.

Mbororos /Fulanis slaughter driver in Ntumbaw village in Ndu sub division, North West region

A driver whose name is still to be identified and who works in Ntumbwa left the village on Thursday 23th of June 2022 in the evening going back to their neighborhood Mankeng. On his way, he was caught and slaughtered like a goat by a group of Mbororws/Fulanis who have been coursing havoc in Ndu subdivision in the North West region.

About 30 people killed in an intertribal war in Akwaya, Manyu division in the South west Region.

It took place on the 25^th of June 2022 in Balin ungare in a long-lasting tribal conflict between the Olity and Massava people which has led this time around to unknown gun men shot indiscriminately at mourners during a funeral and they burnt down the integrated health center in Bagundu leaving about 30 persons with 5 Nigerians dead and many others missing.

Woman loses her life to domestic violence in Bamenda, North West region

Her name is said to be Ophelia Nchinda who lives in Bamenda with her husband who is a military man by profession, she wanted to go the village and her husband refused in a violent argument he took his gun and shot her leaving her dead on the 27^th of June2022 in Bamenda sources say they were blessed with a child.

With the above gross human right violations and the continuous escalation of violation the English Speaking Region Of Cameroon, BIHAPH in documenting these gross human right violations calls on all parties to respect the inherent human dignity and the respect for life. It also calls on states, international bodies to ceased from being toothless bull dogs on paper to real and concrete action by punishing all perpetrators responsible for the gross violations of human rights. Human life precede all states entitlement and should be respected by all.

ANGLOPHONE CRISIS IN CAMEROON: # BIHAPH# A LIGHT OF HUMAN RIGHT ABUSES BY ELEMENTS OF THE DEFENCE AND SECURITY FORCES, NON STATE ARMED GROUPS, COMMUNITY AND ARMED FULANI HERDSMEN.

JUNE 2022 EDITION

V O L U M E    11, I S S U E 11

GENEVA 1 November 2018 — The UN Human Rights Committee, which monitors implementation of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, published a new general comment: a comprehensive text providing legal guidance on article 6, the right to life. 

“The right to life is the prerequisite for the enjoyment of all other human rights,” explained Yuval Shany, Chair of the Human Rights Committee. “The general comment provides a rich and authoritative statement of the obligations deriving from the right to life, which the Committee defines as ‘the supreme right.’” 

This general comment replaces earlier general comments No. 6 (16th session) and 14 (23rd session) adopted by the Committee in 1982 and 1984, respectively.  Article 6 recognizes and protects the right to life of all human beings. It is the supreme right from which no derogation is permitted even in situations of armed conflict and other public emergencies which threatens the life of the nation.

-The right to life has crucial importance both for individuals and for society as a whole. It is most precious for its own sake as a right that inheres in every human being, but it also constitutes a fundamental right;

 -Effective protection is the prerequisite for the enjoyment of all other human rights and whose content can be informed by other human rights.

- The right to life is a right which should not be interpreted narrowly. It concerns the entitlement of individuals to be free from acts and omissions that are intended or may be expected to cause their unnatural or premature death, as well as to enjoy a life with dignity. Article 6 guarantees this right for all human beings, without distinction of any kind, including for persons suspected or convicted of even the most serious crimes.

-Paragraph 1 of article 6 of the Covenant provides that No one shall be arbitrarily deprived of his life and that the right shall be protected by law. It lays the foundation for the obligation of States parties to respect and to ensure the right to life, to give effect to it through legislative and other measures, and to provide effective remedies and reparation to all victims of violations of the right to life.

Reviewing the Human Rights Abuse situation of English speaking Cameroon, the month of June has recorded particular increase in Human Rights abuses. Therefore the intensifications of this violence directly affect the civilian population. The Bihndumlem Humanitarian Association of Peace and Hope (BIHAPH) in Cameroon have documented the most recent cases of Human right Violation/ Abuses covering the month of June 2022. This report involves atrocities committed by Defense and Security Forces (DSF), Non State Armed Groups (NSAG) and general community including individuals such as ArmedFulani herd men.

1. RECORDED INCIDENCE BY ELEMENTS OF THE DEFENCE AND SECURITY FORCES

Government forces accused of killing 9 civilians in Missong village Fungom Sub Division in Menchum Division in the North West region of Cameroon, Village sources said.

On Wednesday June 1^st 2022 the Members of Cameroon Army killed 9 civilians in Missiong village following a misunderstanding between the villagers and the armed forces. It was reported that, 4 women, 4men and a one year old baby Girl were killed during the massacre. This attack was acknowledged by the Defence and Security Forces (DSF) through a press release in which Captain Cyril Serge Atonfack; head of DSF communication division admitted the 4 soldiers opened fire and killed 9 unarmed civilians.

ADF Fighters killed in Meme, South West Region for Cameroon.

The mortal remains of two separatist fighters were put on display in the city of Kumba Meme division, South West region of Cameroon after they were killed by elements of BIR this June 8^th 2022. According to sources in the Army these are remains of Self-Proclaimed General Deco and another who granted himself Colonel.

Military kills a disabled man and two others in Belo, Boyo division North West region. 

It was reported that soldiers of the Defence and Security Forces stormed Belo village, living a young man living with disability by Name Gideon and 2 others dead on the 10^th of June 2022.

Military Burn down 13 Houses, killing business Man in Bamunka Ndop sub division in the North West Region.

A popular business man whose brother is in the Cameroonian army was shot and killed after having his provision store burnt down. The incident is reported to have occurred on June 9^th, 2022. Sources say the military went to Bamunka in Ndop sub division early in the morning when people were still asleep and started burring houses. About 13 houses wear burnt where by some belongs to civilians and others to separatist fighters.

Government forces arrest 7 people in Nkum Bui Division North West Region

The families of seven civilians arrested by government forces in Yelum, Bui Division in the North West region of Cameroon, have expressed fears that their relatives might have been killed. This took place on the 24 June, 2022 in Yelum.

Cameroon BIR element who doubles as chief in Bwassa Fako Division of the South West region tortured an unrecognized man in a viral video on the internet.

In a viral video circulating on social media, a soldier who doubles as a chief in Bwassa village known as Ewume Eko John aka Moja Moja was seen earlier on 28 June 2022, torturing an unrecognized man in the trunk of his car. Another video emerge showing how he is torturing the same man in his living room with a cutlass. Blood could be seen oozing out from his body. As of now, BIHAPH has no light about the man’s wellbeing or where about.

ADF self-proclaimed commander arrested in Douala

ADF self-proclaimed commander Eyambe Samson was arrested in Douala on June 10^th 2022, thanks to a blackleg. He is a native of Marumba in Mbonge sub division of the South West region. He had proclaimed himself commander of Ekombe Ebongi three corners. He is responsible for kidnapping hundreds of people and collected huge sums of money.

10 Separatist fighters killed in Shukov, Waikov, Bui division of the North West Region

At least 10 separatist fighters have lost their lives in Shukov, Waikov in Bui division on the 19^th of June 2022. 

1. ABUSES BY NON-STATE ARMED GROUPS

Five soldiers killed by separatist fighters in the neighboring Anglophone village to the west region.

On June 8 2022, separatist fighters reportedly killed 5 soldiers. This attack took place in Njitapon a locality close to the Noun a locality in the west region.  This attack in particularly worrisome as it was conducted in the French speaking part of Cameroon outside of the usual conflict area of English speaking regions. In this attack, credible sources have confirmed that the armed men invaded Njitapon and attacked the Gendarmerie base killing 5 gendarme’s officers including Lt Commander of the Base. 

Two Regional Delegation of Trade workers shot in Bamenda

It was on June 8, 2022 when the Delegate of trade for North West Ghogomu Abel Foncha reported the killing of two of his staffs Athenku Sadio Mandela and Yong Emmanuel who were shoot at the hospital round about neighborhood where they were assigned to work. Athenku Sadio Mandela died on the spot while Young Emmanuel was admitted to the emergency unit of the Regional Hospital in Bamenda.

Mamfe District Hospital in the South West Region of Cameroon set Ablaze

Reports of images online shows that the Mamfe District hospital in Manyu Division of the South West region of Cameroon was burnt down to ashes. The Health Facility was attacked at about 10pm Wednesday June 8, 2022. An eye witness account says that it was burnt down completely by separatist fighters after over powering security gourds in a fires gun fierce exchange.

A civilian brutally assassinated in Weh village Fungom sub division in Menchum Division of the North West Region of Cameroon.

Confirm source form Weh Village has it that, unidentified gun men in the early hours of the evening at about 7pm. 3gun shots were heard in intervals of 2-3minunts around the main entrance of our neighborhood on the road linking Weh to Wum and took to their heels, leaving a Man commonly known as Salifou Lifeless.

Serious gunshots in Mile 4 leaving 3 Gendarme and a Bike Rider dead in Bamenda

On Saturday 11^th of June 2022, serious gunshots were heard at mile 4 bridges Nkwen in Bamenda city of the North West region leaving 3 gendarmes and a bike rider dead. Eye witness says the Gendarmes who were in active service went to eat in a local food vendor called ‘Dreamland’ were taken unaware by separatist fighters leaving 3 gendarmes and Bike man dead.

The Fon of Wa’azoh village in Wum Central finally released.

Following the abduction of the Fon of Wazor, HRH Nchia Josephe Ndoh on 16^th of May 2022, after weeks of Molesting and torture, he was released on June 12, 2022 and was rushed to the hospital for proper medical treatment. BIHAPH visit to the place on June 16^th reports that you could still see the bruises and swollen legs.

Serious shooting took place in Esu Menchum division in the North West region.

There wear reports that serious shoot took place in Esu form 2 am to the early hours of the 18^th of June 2022. It was alleged that some armed men attacked the military in Esu and a serious exchange of fire between the military and the unidentified armed men that lead to the death of an unidentified armed man stray bullets touched a woman who is the second wife of Mr Ignatius Buh a retired Military man.

Injured Gendarme Rescued by population in Bamenda

The population of Bamenda showed their human side after rescuing gendarme Mankolo who was shot by separatist fighters in Bamenda mile two Nkwen on the 16 June 2022.

Separatist fighters attacked the Konye Gendarmerie Brigade in Meme Division, South West region of Cameroon

Separatist fighters launched an assault against the Konye Gendarmerie Brigade in Meme Division leaving one gendarme dead. This took place at the brigade on June 24^th in the Afternoon.

Detected separatists shot dead by active fighters upon his return in Liebialem, south west region of Cameroon.

A former separatist fighter was killed by his former colleague in Lewoh, near Fontem as he return home almost 2 years after his absconded from the fighter. According to reliable information given to MMI source got his name as Sammy on 27 June 2022.

1. ABUSES BY COMMUNITY/ ARMED FULANI HERDSMEN.

Three girls arrested in Buea-South West Region, for torturing of mate over boyfriend.

Three girls in, South West Region of Cameroon were on Wednesday 8 of June arrested by security forces for torturing another lady. In a viral video, the trio is seen undressing the victim and beating her with wipes. The go ahead to force her parade the town’s streets naked.

Unidentified human body, head abandoned at Bamenda regional hospital

A body with without a head and a head without a body wear found on the 14^th of June 20222 at the Bamenda Regional Hospital in the North West Region. This was disclosed by the director of the Bamenda Regional hospital in the Northwest region, Dr Denis Nsame, in a note signed indicated that the Unidentified human head and body without head are lying in the hospital mortuary in a poor state thereby inviting the general public to pass by and identify it.

Serious gun shots in Mbipgo Ndu North West Region leading to the death of 2 people

On the 16^th of June 2022, Mr Ngala Genesis was shot in his room and Mr Tamfu Christain on the road. The population to follow the shooters but the opened fire then the population scatted. Eye witness says the gun men are Mbororo people who use to terrorize them because they are in to cattle rearing.

Chomba Prince murdered and dumped in Bamenda

There has been a widespread shock in Nancho, Bamenda, the capital of Cameroon restive North West Region, where the body of Asanji Micheal, a Chomba Prince was dumped by his killers on the 20^th June 2022. It was alleged that Asanji left his village and was intercepted by unknown assassins that faithful day.

Mbororos /Fulanis slaughter driver in Ntumbaw village in Ndu sub division, North West region

A driver whose name is still to be identified and who works in Ntumbwa left the village on Thursday 23th of June 2022 in the evening going back to their neighborhood Mankeng. On his way, he was caught and slaughtered like a goat by a group of Mbororws/Fulanis who have been coursing havoc in Ndu subdivision in the North West region.

About 30 people killed in an intertribal war in Akwaya, Manyu division in the South west Region.

It took place on the 25^th of June 2022 in Balin ungare in a long-lasting tribal conflict between the Olity and Massava people which has led this time around to unknown gun men shot indiscriminately at mourners during a funeral and they burnt down the integrated health center in Bagundu leaving about 30 persons with 5 Nigerians dead and many others missing.

Woman loses her life to domestic violence in Bamenda, North West region

Her name is said to be Ophelia Nchinda who lives in Bamenda with her husband who is a military man by profession, she wanted to go the village and her husband refused in a violent argument he took his gun and shot her leaving her dead on the 27^th of June2022 in Bamenda sources say they were blessed with a child.

With the above gross human right violations and the continuous escalation of violation the English Speaking Region Of Cameroon, BIHAPH in documenting these gross human right violations calls on all parties to respect the inherent human dignity and the respect for life. It also calls on states, international bodies to ceased from being toothless bull dogs on paper to real and concrete action by punishing all perpetrators responsible for the gross violations of human rights. Human life precede all states entitlement and should be respected by all.

V O L U M E    11, I S S U E 11

GENEVA 1 November 2018 — The UN Human Rights Committee, which monitors implementation of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, published a new general comment: a comprehensive text providing legal guidance on article 6, the right to life. 

“The right to life is the prerequisite for the enjoyment of all other human rights,” explained Yuval Shany, Chair of the Human Rights Committee. “The general comment provides a rich and authoritative statement of the obligations deriving from the right to life, which the Committee defines as ‘the supreme right.’” 

This general comment replaces earlier general comments No. 6 (16th session) and 14 (23rd session) adopted by the Committee in 1982 and 1984, respectively.  Article 6 recognizes and protects the right to life of all human beings. It is the supreme right from which no derogation is permitted even in situations of armed conflict and other public emergencies which threatens the life of the nation.

-The right to life has crucial importance both for individuals and for society as a whole. It is most precious for its own sake as a right that inheres in every human being, but it also constitutes a fundamental right;

 -Effective protection is the prerequisite for the enjoyment of all other human rights and whose content can be informed by other human rights.

- The right to life is a right which should not be interpreted narrowly. It concerns the entitlement of individuals to be free from acts and omissions that are intended or may be expected to cause their unnatural or premature death, as well as to enjoy a life with dignity. Article 6 guarantees this right for all human beings, without distinction of any kind, including for persons suspected or convicted of even the most serious crimes.

-Paragraph 1 of article 6 of the Covenant provides that no one shall be arbitrarily deprived of his life and that the right shall be protected by law. It lays the foundation for the obligation of States parties to respect and to ensure the right to life, to give effect to it through legislative and other measures, and to provide effective remedies and reparation to all victims of violations of the right to life.

Reviewing the Human Rights Abuse situation of English speaking Cameroon, the month of June has recorded particular increase in Human Rights abuses. Therefore the intensifications of this violence directly affect the civilian population. The Bihndumlem Humanitarian Association of Peace and Hope (BIHAPH) in Cameroon have documented the most recent cases of Human right Violation/ Abuses covering the month of June 2022. This report involves atrocities committed by Defense and Security Forces (DSF), Non State Armed Groups (NSAG) and general community including individuals such as ArmedFulani herd men.

1. RECORDED INCIDENCE BY ELEMENTS OF THE DEFENCE AND SECURITY FORCES

Government forces accused of killing 9 civilians in Missong village Fungom Sub Division in Menchum Division in the North West region of Cameroon, Village sources said.

On Wednesday June 1^st 2022 the Members of Cameroon Army killed 9 civilians in Missiong village following a misunderstanding between the villagers and the armed forces. It was reported that, 4 women, 4men and a one year old baby Girl were killed during the massacre. This attack was acknowledged by the Defence and Security Forces (DSF) through a press release in which Captain Cyril Serge Atonfack; head of DSF communication division admitted the 4 soldiers opened fire and killed 9 unarmed civilians.

ADF Fighters killed in Meme, South West Region for Cameroon.

The mortal remains of two separatist fighters were put on display in the city of Kumba Meme division, South West region of Cameroon after they were killed by elements of BIR this June 8^th 2022. According to sources in the Army these are remains of Self-Proclaimed General Deco and another who granted himself Colonel.

Military kills a disabled man and two others in Belo, Boyo division North West region. 

It was reported that soldiers of the Defence and Security Forces stormed Belo village, living a young man living with disability by Name Gideon and 2 others dead on the 10^th of June 2022.

Military Burn down 13 Houses, killing business Man in Bamunka Ndop sub division in the North West Region.

A popular business man whose brother is in the Cameroonian army was shot and killed after having his provision store burnt down. The incident is reported to have occurred on June 9^th, 2022. Sources say the military went to Bamunka in Ndop sub division early in the morning when people were still asleep and started burring houses. About 13 houses wear burnt where by some belongs to civilians and others to separatist fighters.

Government forces arrest 7 people in Nkum Bui Division North West Region

The families of seven civilians arrested by government forces in Yelum, Bui Division in the North West region of Cameroon, have expressed fears that their relatives might have been killed. This took place on the 24 June, 2022 in Yelum.

Cameroon BIR element who doubles as chief in Bwassa Fako Division of the South West region tortured an unrecognized man in a viral video on the internet.

In a viral video circulating on social media, a soldier who doubles as a chief in Bwassa village known as Ewume Eko John aka Moja Moja was seen earlier on 28 June 2022, torturing an unrecognized man in the trunk of his car. Another video emerge showing how he is torturing the same man in his living room with a cutlass. Blood could be seen oozing out from his body. As of now, BIHAPH has no light about the man’s wellbeing or where about.

ADF self-proclaimed commander arrested in Douala

ADF self-proclaimed commander Eyambe Samson was arrested in Douala on June 10^th 2022, thanks to a blackleg. He is a native of Marumba in Mbonge sub division of the South West region. He had proclaimed himself commander of Ekombe Ebongi three corners. He is responsible for kidnapping hundreds of people and collected huge sums of money.

10 Separatist fighters killed in Shukov, Waikov, Bui division of the North West Region

At least 10 separatist fighters have lost their lives in Shukov, Waikov in Bui division on the 19^th of June 2022. 

1. ABUSES BY NON-STATE ARMED GROUPS

Five soldiers killed by separatist fighters in the neighboring Anglophone village to the west region.

On June 8 2022, separatist fighters reportedly killed 5 soldiers. This attack took place in Njitapon a locality close to the Noun a locality in the west region.  This attack in particularly worrisome as it was conducted in the French speaking part of Cameroon outside of the usual conflict area of English speaking regions. In this attack, credible sources have confirmed that the armed men invaded Njitapon and attacked the Gendarmerie base killing 5 gendarme’s officers including Lt Commander of the Base. 

Two Regional Delegation of Trade workers shot in Bamenda

It was on June 8, 2022 when the Delegate of trade for North West Ghogomu Abel Foncha reported the killing of two of his staffs Athenku Sadio Mandela and Yong Emmanuel who were shoot at the hospital round about neighborhood where they were assigned to work. Athenku Sadio Mandela died on the spot while Young Emmanuel was admitted to the emergency unit of the Regional Hospital in Bamenda.

Mamfe District Hospital in the South West Region of Cameroon set Ablaze

Reports of images online shows that the Mamfe District hospital in Manyu Division of the South West region of Cameroon was burnt down to ashes. The Health Facility was attacked at about 10pm Wednesday June 8, 2022. An eye witness account says that it was burnt down completely by separatist fighters after over powering security gourds in a fires gun fierce exchange.

A civilian brutally assassinated in Weh village Fungom sub division in Menchum Division of the North West Region of Cameroon.

Confirm source form Weh Village has it that, unidentified gun men in the early hours of the evening at about 7pm. 3gun shots were heard in intervals of 2-3minunts around the main entrance of our neighborhood on the road linking Weh to Wum and took to their heels, leaving a Man commonly known as Salifou Lifeless.

Serious gunshots in Mile 4 leaving 3 Gendarme and a Bike Rider dead in Bamenda

On Saturday 11^th of June 2022, serious gunshots were heard at mile 4 bridges Nkwen in Bamenda city of the North West region leaving 3 gendarmes and a bike rider dead. Eye witness says the Gendarmes who were in active service went to eat in a local food vendor called ‘Dreamland’ were taken unaware by separatist fighters leaving 3 gendarmes and Bike man dead.

The Fon of Wa’azoh village in Wum Central finally released.

Following the abduction of the Fon of Wazor, HRH Nchia Josephe Ndoh on 16^th of May 2022, after weeks of Molesting and torture, he was released on June 12, 2022 and was rushed to the hospital for proper medical treatment. BIHAPH visit to the place on June 16^th reports that you could still see the bruises and swollen legs.

Serious shooting took place in Esu Menchum division in the North West region.

There wear reports that serious shoot took place in Esu form 2 am to the early hours of the 18^th of June 2022. It was alleged that some armed men attacked the military in Esu and a serious exchange of fire between the military and the unidentified armed men that lead to the death of an unidentified armed man stray bullets touched a woman who is the second wife of Mr Ignatius Buh a retired Military man.

Injured Gendarme Rescued by population in Bamenda

The population of Bamenda showed their human side after rescuing gendarme Mankolo who was shot by separatist fighters in Bamenda mile two Nkwen on the 16 June 2022.

Separatist fighters attacked the Konye Gendarmerie Brigade in Meme Division, South West region of Cameroon

Separatist fighters launched an assault against the Konye Gendarmerie Brigade in Meme Division leaving one gendarme dead. This took place at the brigade on June 24^th in the Afternoon.

Detected separatists shot dead by active fighters upon his return in Liebialem, south west region of Cameroon.

A former separatist fighter was killed by his former colleague in Lewoh, near Fontem as he return home almost 2 years after his absconded from the fighter. According to reliable information given to MMI source got his name as Sammy on 27 June 2022.

1. ABUSES BY COMMUNITY/ ARMED FULANI HERDSMEN.

Three girls arrested in Buea-South West Region, for torturing of mate over boyfriend.

Three girls in, South West Region of Cameroon were on Wednesday 8 of June arrested by security forces for torturing another lady. In a viral video, the trio is seen undressing the victim and beating her with wipes. The go ahead to force her parade the town’s streets naked.

Unidentified human body, head abandoned at Bamenda regional hospital

A body with without a head and a head without a body wear found on the 14^th of June 20222 at the Bamenda Regional Hospital in the North West Region. This was disclosed by the director of the Bamenda Regional hospital in the Northwest region, Dr Denis Nsame, in a note signed indicated that the Unidentified human head and body without head are lying in the hospital mortuary in a poor state thereby inviting the general public to pass by and identify it.

Serious gun shots in Mbipgo Ndu North West Region leading to the death of 2 people

On the 16^th of June 2022, Mr Ngala Genesis was shot in his room and Mr Tamfu Christain on the road. The population to follow the shooters but the opened fire then the population scatted. Eye witness says the gun men are Mbororo people who use to terrorize them because they are in to cattle rearing.

Chomba Prince murdered and dumped in Bamenda

There has been a widespread shock in Nancho, Bamenda, the capital of Cameroon restive North West Region, where the body of Asanji Micheal, a Chomba Prince was dumped by his killers on the 20^th June 2022. It was alleged that Asanji left his village and was intercepted by unknown assassins that faithful day.

Mbororos /Fulanis slaughter driver in Ntumbaw village in Ndu sub division, North West region

A driver whose name is still to be identified and who works in Ntumbwa left the village on Thursday 23th of June 2022 in the evening going back to their neighborhood Mankeng. On his way, he was caught and slaughtered like a goat by a group of Mbororws/Fulanis who have been coursing havoc in Ndu subdivision in the North West region.

About 30 people killed in an intertribal war in Akwaya, Manyu division in the South west Region.

It took place on the 25^th of June 2022 in Balin ungare in a long-lasting tribal conflict between the Olity and Massava people which has led this time around to unknown gun men shot indiscriminately at mourners during a funeral and they burnt down the integrated health center in Bagundu leaving about 30 persons with 5 Nigerians dead and many others missing.

Woman loses her life to domestic violence in Bamenda, North West region

Her name is said to be Ophelia Nchinda who lives in Bamenda with her husband who is a military man by profession, she wanted to go the village and her husband refused in a violent argument he took his gun and shot her leaving her dead on the 27^th of June2022 in Bamenda sources say they were blessed with a child.

With the above gross human right violations and the continuous escalation of violation the English Speaking Region Of Cameroon, BIHAPH in documenting these gross human right violations calls on all parties to respect the inherent human dignity and the respect for life. It also calls on states, international bodies to ceased from being toothless bull dogs on paper to real and concrete action by punishing all perpetrators responsible for the gross violations of human rights. Human life precede all states entitlement and should be respected by all.

BIHAPH LIGHT

MAY 2022 EDITION HUMAN RIGHT ABUSES IN ENGLISH CAMEROON

V O L U M E    10, I S S U E 10

NORTH WEST /SOUTH WEST REGIONS

Mortal remains of a supervisory staff of Pamol plantation found in the state of decomposition

The mortal remains of a supervisory staff of Pamol plantation discovered in an advance state of decomposition on the 7 of May 2022 in Mana Makeke, Nadia Estate in Mundemba South West region of Cameroon. Mbomba Emmanuel was kidnapped by gunmen suspected to be separatist fighters after days of adduction he was found death with his head chop off.

ADF gang leader Killed and 7 bikes burnt by military forces

In a video which made rounds on social media, separatist gang leader Bab Forest and 2 kidnapers at Alahabukam were killed on May 7, 2022 at old church junction in Bamenda, North west region Cameroon when they attempted to stop a vehicle carrying waste disposal. On that very 7^th, 7 bikes were also burnt down by military forces.

Stray bullet kills 7year old girl in Bali

It was on May 9, 2022 that stray bullets killed a 7year old boy in Oshou, locality situated between Bali and Batibo in North West region of Cameroon. Villagers say the boys whose name was Mbah was playing with his friends while stray bullets took him.

Two miliary officers killed in Boyo division

Reports of images online shows the separatist fighter under general Nyie of Boyo division planted an IED that lead to the killing of 3 military officers and others wounded on the 10^th day of May 2022.

The Fon of Waazoh kidnaped by unknown gunmen

In Waazoh village in Wum central subdivision in North West region of Cameroon, unknown gunmen stormed the palace in the present of some notables and villagers and threatened to shoot at anyone who dares intervene, saying they have instructions to come and arrest the Fon. This happened on 16^th of May 2022

Population tortured in Mbalangui Meme division

About 50 people in Mbalangui Meme division South West region of Cameroon were tortured by separatist fight which allergy said they are going against their principles on the 17^th of May.

Primary school child killed by IEDs in Kumbo sub division

Separatist fighters have killed a pupil of STS Kumbo and one seriously injured in Bui Division, of the North West Region. On their way to FSLC practical on the 24^th of May 2022 at Tobin hill where the explosive took them while Fonyuy Dora died. HER mass was officiated by His Lordship Bishop George Nkou of the Kumbo Diocese. 

Man found death after he March on 20^th May in Jakiri

 The Lukong Fancis a Forma English teacher and ruling political party CPDM member was found dead this May 29, 2022. he was one of the 3 people who marched passed for the political party during May 20^th celebration in Jakiri, Bui division of North West Cameroon. At Press hour CAN confirmed that his mortal remains were found at Mantum Road.

North West Chapter of Cameroon Journalist (CJTU) announces the escape of member who was abducted

A correspondent for the BBC world services was abducted on Thursday 26 May 2022 in the early hours of the evening. His sliver Camry and his gadgets are still in the keeping of the abductors. On May 29 he successfully escaped from his abductors.

Separatist fighters killed 17, injure 65, shutdown churches in Akwaya as local population tries to resist atrocities.

At least 17 people have lost their lives and 65 other injured following clashes between the population and separatist fighters in Kajifu and Obonyi communities in Akwaya subdivision, Manyu Division of the restive South West Region, of Cameroon, MMI has gathered. The incidents were reported to have occurred on Sunday May 29,2022.

Senator, Regina Mundi Kidnapped in Bamenda and several others were rescued by BIR

Senator Regina Mundi Kidnapped Senator in Bamenda North West Region on April 30, alongside her driver. Were rescued by BIR form the hiding place at Ashong Batibo on the 30^th of May 2022. During this encounter, they killed and captured some separatist fighters

Since the beginning of the Anglophone Crisis, the armed conflict has degenerated into a community war between the Mbororo and the natives in many communities around the North West Region as a result of a farmer grazier long outstanding dispute.

Wum is one of those places that have been badly hurt and has experience worsening devastation Since 2019 and in 2020. The muslims and native communities were pinned against each other resulting to alot of killings, infrastructural and animal destruction, displacements, damages and human loss.

BIHAPH and its partners saw the need to come to salvage the fragile population and put an end to impending human tragedy. This laudable initiative aimed to set up and manage a peace and Dialogue Committee. It has been a four month long, thorny, stormy and extremely
Perilous journey yet impactful and fulfilling.

In an ecumenical service to mark the close of the four months project. The service that brought together Imams and Pastors of different denomination was aimed at strengthening social cohesion between the farmers and graziers through sporting and cultural activities. One of the high points was the presentation of the Peace Committee and the handing over of certificates done by the SDO and other Leaders. They were all impressed by the massive turnout and the impact the project has created in Wum Community.

BIHAPH's CEO, Madam Mih Bibiana Mbei Dighambong in her warm words appreciated all who came to witness this great and life changing event, noting she is a living testimony of the Ketcha and Upkwa bloody incident of 2019.

She decry that the peace committee might not be able to solve all the farmers/Grazier Conflict which has become intractable but, they will hold all perpetrators, stakeholders accountable for the unimaginable suffering of poor women/Men whose entire livelihood depends on farming and grazing and because of greed has used God’s ordained natural resources against a people.

She noted that zones of peace will be creaed to ensure peace returns while women should continue farming since Farmers and Graziers now better understand the need to coexist and build social and harmonious communities.
All testified it was the beginning of a journey towards a return of normalcy and sustainable peace in the shattered snd deserted communities. It should be noted that thanks to BIHAPH partners, a few houses will be rehabilitated as zones of peace each tree in the compound called Tree of peace to reunite and rebuild the spirit of sharing, resilience and living together as a community with a common good.