On December 18, 2018, the tranquil village of Oku, nestled within Mezam State, fell victim to a vicious attack perpetrated by the Cameroon Occupation Forces, plunging the community into chaos and devastation.

Eyewitnesses recounted the horrifying events that unfolded in the heart of the afternoon, as flames engulfed homes and properties, casting a pall of smoke and ash over the once serene landscape.

The indiscriminate violence unleashed by the Cameroon Occupation Forces left many innocent civilians injured

The indiscriminate violence unleashed by the Cameroon Occupation Forces left many innocent civilians injured and traumatized, their lives shattered by the relentless onslaught. In the midst of the carnage, the harrowing sight of families fleeing for their lives, seeking refuge amidst the dense cover of the surrounding bushes, bore witness to the sheer terror and desperation that gripped the village.

Tragically, the toll of the attack extended beyond physical harm, with more than +5 individuals forcibly abducted from their homes, their whereabouts unknown in the wake of the assault. As the echoes of gunfire faded into the distance, the scars of the attack served as a stark reminder of the pervasive suffering endured by the Ambazonian people at the hands of those who seek to oppress and subjugate them.

Indeed, the village of Oku is just one among many communities enduring the traumatic experiences inflicted by the Cameroon Occupation Forces Across the Ambazonian region, countless villages bear the scars of relentless violence and oppression, their inhabitants subjected to unspeakable atrocities at the hands of those who seek to maintain control through fear and intimidation. The harrowing accounts of Oku serve as a microcosm of the broader struggle faced by Ambazonians, whose lives are marked by constant turmoil and uncertainty in the face of ongoing conflict.

+5 plus Abducted by the Cameroon Occupation Forces in Mezam Bamenda: Oku

In the face of such unspeakable brutality, the resilience of the villagers of Oku endures, a testament to their unwavering spirit and determination to reclaim their dignity and freedom in the face of adversity.