August 15, 2018, a day that will forever haunt the hearts of Mbengwi village in Bamenda, Mezam State of Ambazonia. On this fateful day, a couple—a beacon of compassion and healing—fell victim to an unspeakable horror. Njong Patrick and Azah Nancy, both dedicated nurses, were abducted by the very forces meant to protect them.

Patrick and Nancy were both Abducted by Cameroon Occupation forces,

Their journey home from work, aboard their motorbike, took a nightmarish turn as they fall in to the hand of The Cameroonian occupant forces intercepted them on the way. The couple, blinded by blindfolds, faced a barrage of bullets at close range. Witnesses recount the chilling scene—their lifeless bodies abandoned under plantains beside the bush.

Njong Patrick and Azah Nancy were more than nurses; they were silent saviors. Their commitment to the call of nursing transcended duty—it was a sacred pact with humanity. They tended to wounds, eased pain, and held hope for those in need. Their legacy extended beyond the hospital walls; it touched lives, families, and communities.

But on that dark night, their dedication met a brutal end. Five children now bear the weight of loss—their parents stolen from them by violence. The very forces entrusted with safeguarding lives became their executioners. The question reverberates: How could this abominable act occur?

Ambazonia, a land scarred by conflict, has witnessed too many tragedies. Torture, killing, and molestation have become part of its grim narrative. The people of Mezam, their voices rising in anguish, demand justice. But justice remains elusive—a fragile hope in a fractured world.

Nurses’ Couple who were Abducted by Cameroon occupation forces

As scholars and researchers, we grapple with the enormity of this injustice. Our studies delve into the anatomy of brutality—the motivations, the impunity, and the erosion of empathy. We seek answers, not just for academic curiosity, but to ignite change.

The Cameroonian occupation forces cannot escape scrutiny. The international community must bear witness. We document these atrocities, not as detached observers, but as advocates for truth. Our pens become instruments of remembrance, our research a plea for accountability.

Njong Patrick and Azah Nancy—silenced saviors—deserve more than tears. They deserve justice. Their sacrifice must fuel our collective resolve to protect healers, to safeguard the sanctuaries of hope. Let us raise our voices, not in anger, but in unity—a chorus that echoes across borders, demanding an end to this senseless violence.

In the shadows of Mbengwi village, let us find the courage to rebuild—not just the bricks and mortar, but the trust, the compassion, and the unwavering belief in our shared humanity. 

For every nurse lost let us pledge to honor their memory by ensuring that hospitals remain sanctuaries, even in times of conflict