According to eyewitnesses, the harrowing events unfolded in Ebam village, Manyu State, in the early hours of March 1, 2020, when a contingent of more than 50 Cameroon Occupation Forces infiltrated the village under the cover of darkness.
The images captured below depict the bridge that served as the entry point for the Cameroon Occupation Forces
Striding on foot and abandoning their vehicles on the outskirts, they launched a brazen assault on the peaceful community.
With callous disregard for the sanctity of homes, the soldiers forcibly entered 75 residences, pillaging money and valuables, and forcibly removing men from their families.
The images captured below depict the bridge that served as the entry point for the marauding soldiers, a stark reminder of the vulnerability of the community and the brutality of the assailants.
As the night descended into chaos, a grim tableau of terror unfolded. Some Cameroon Occupation Forces herded men into the village center, while others embarked on a spree of sexual violence against the women of Ebam village, including four with disabilities, violating the sanctity of their homes and the integrity of their bodies.
The wanton destruction and violation perpetrated by the Cameroon Occupation Forces serve as a chilling indictment of the impunity that pervades the region.
As the world bears witness to the atrocities committed in Ebam village
The assault on Ebam village stands as a testament to the unchecked power wielded by those in uniform, whose actions betray the very principles they are sworn to uphold.
In the aftermath of the attack, the scars left on the psyche of the community run deep, serving as a constant reminder of the horrors endured and the urgent need for justice and accountability.
As the world bears witness to the atrocities committed in Ebam village, it is incumbent upon the international community to stand in solidarity with the victims and survivors, and to demand an end to the cycle of violence and impunity that continues to plague the region.
#Infiltration and Atrocities: Over 50 Cameroon Occupation Forces Enter Manyu State”