Daughter of Africa’s Longest Serving President Opposes Father’s Re-election

The daughter of Cameroon’s long-serving President, Paul Biya, has publicly urged people not to vote for her father.

Brenda Biya appealed during a live session on TikTok. She called upon the Cameroonian population not to cast their ballot for him in the upcoming presidential election.

This dramatic appeal marks the first time in African political history that a sitting president’s child has openly opposed their parent’s rule.

A Digital Call to Reject Decades of Rule

Brenda Biya, who is also known by her social media alias "King Nasty," openly criticized her father’s leadership. She blamed his 43-year tenure for dragging the country into a deteriorating state.

She held the administration responsible for widespread poverty, high unemployment, and social stagnation.

During the video, which was reportedly taken in Switzerland, the 27-year-old also spoke of personal issues. She announced that she would "cut" all contact with her parents.

“I cut the bridges with my parents because they have throughout my life done me harm, and now I realize that they want to kill me. Henceforth, I am no longer part of the family,” she said.

She also claimed that her family had mistreated her. She alleged that people close to her were "wanting her dead".

Pivoting from these personal revelations, Brenda Biya turned her attention firmly to the political future of Cameroon.

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“I hoped there would be another president.”

She also stated clearly that she would not "vote for Paul Biya".

“So for the campaign, you really want to know whom I am going to vote for. I will not I will not vote for Paul Biya. And if I one day did harm or was a bad person towards the Cameroonians or towards anyone whatsoever, I am sorry for it.”

Africa’s Longest-Serving Leader

President Paul Biya, who is 92 years old, is one of the world’s longest-serving heads of state. He has ruled Cameroon for over 43 years since 1982.

Mr Biya has already declared his intention to seek an eighth term in office. He shared this plan via posts on his official X account. The country’s next presidential election is scheduled for October 2025.

Mr Biya announced that he cannot "shirk my mission". He stated he was responding to "numerous and insistent calls" from the country’s ten regions and the diaspora.

His long tenure has been marked by persistent allegations. These include accusations of widespread corruption, authoritarianism, and human rights violations. Elections under his rule have often been criticised for lacking fairness and transparency.

A Stance Against the Norm

Brenda Biya’s public stance represents a powerful break from the political norm in Africa. Political families often remain protective of power on the continent.

Her actions have generated significant debate nationwide. The video swiftly went viral on social media. The political opposition welcomed her statements.

However, critics note that Brenda Biya lives abroad in luxury. This fact raises questions about whether her perspective truly reflects the realities faced by most Cameroonians.

She has also previously caused controversy with other videos, including one last year announcing her homosexuality.

Despite this, her message appears to reflect the frustrations felt by many young Cameroonians who have known no other leader. Many observers see her decision as an act of courage.

The presidency or government has issued no known official reaction to Brenda Biya’s video. All eyes now turn to Cameroon as the October elections approach. Her actions have already made history across the continent.