February 10, 2025, the peaceful village of Nwa Donga Mantung, State, Northern Ambazonia, became the site of a brutal attack orchestrated by Cameroon’s Occupation Forces. These forces, in a deeply troubling display of state-sponsored violence, collaborated with the Bororos, a militia group allegedly backed by the Cameroonian colonial authorities.

The militia abducted, tortured, and severely injured him, subjecting him to inhumane treatment under the instructions of the Cameroon authorities. Tragically, the abduction of Mr. Felix is part of a broader and ongoing pattern of violence perpetrated by the Cameroon forces, contributing to an unrelenting cycle of suffering and terror in the region.

The use of militias, such as the Bororos, to carry out these operations is not only deeply concerning but also highlights the Cameroon government’s continued disregard for the protection of civilian life and the application of international law.

These events of February 10, 2025, are emblematic of the egregious War Crimes being committed in Ambazonia and cannot be justified under any circumstance. The abduction, torture, and severe injury of Mr. Felix fall squarely within the definition of War Crimes under International Law. The Geneva Conventions of 1949, particularly the Fourth Geneva Convention, provides clear guidelines for the protection of civilians during armed conflict, prohibiting the deliberate targeting of non-combatants. Article 3 of the Fourth Geneva Convention categorically forbids all acts of violence against persons, including murder, mutilation, cruel treatment, and torture, during times of armed conflict. The actions committed by the Cameroon occupation forces and the Bororos violate these principles by engaging in the unlawful abduction and torture of a civilian.

Furthermore, the involvement of irregular militias in the commission of such heinous acts further compounds the severity of the violation. International law strictly prohibits the use of irregular or non-state armed groups to commit War Crimes. By mobilizing the Bororos and giving them the authority to carry out these violent acts, the Cameroon government has violated these critical provisions.

In addition, the fact that these actions were carried out under the direction of Cameroonian authorities highlights the systemic nature of the abuses and the complicity of the state in perpetuating these crimes. The direct involvement of colonial authorities in the perpetration of violence points to a deliberate strategy aimed at intimidating and suppressing the Ambazonian population.

This systematic abuse of power undermines not only the basic human rights of the people of Ambazonia but also the fundamental principles of justice, freedom, and dignity. As such, the events in Nwa demand urgent international attention and accountability. The victims, including Mr. Felix, are entitled to justice and reparations, and the Cameroon government must be held accountable for these War Crimes under International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law.

GENOCIDE IN AMBAZONIA