June 5, 2026

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New appointments to Cameroon’s top judicial council

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New appointments to Cameroon’s top judicial council

Cameroon’s President Paul Biya has issued a decree appointing new members to the Supreme Council of the Judiciary.

The head of state has renewed the mandates of ten out of fourteen members whose terms expired a year ago, extending their service for another five years. Only one notable change stands out: former member Ali Mamouda has been replaced by Goni Mariam, previously a substitute.

New appointees include former Public Service Minister Sali Dahirou, MPs Soppo Toute Marlyse from Wouri (RDPC) and Rolande Ngo Issi from Nyong and Kellé (PCRN), as well as former Vice-President of the Special Criminal Court Claude Francis Moukouri and Albert Ekono Nna, Engelbert Bengono, and Mekoulou.

List of newly appointed members

Below is the full list of individuals named to the Supreme Council of the Judiciary:

  • Goni Mariam (replacing Ali Mamouda)
  • Sali Dahirou
  • Soppo Toute Marlyse
  • Rolande Ngo Issi
  • Claude Francis Moukouri
  • Albert Ekono Nna
  • Engelbert Bengono
  • Mekoulou
  • Ten reappointed members (names not disclosed in the decree)

The appointees will serve for a five-year term, reinforcing the stability and continuity of Cameroon’s judicial system.

This decision reflects the government’s commitment to maintaining an independent and efficient judiciary, aligning with national priorities for justice and governance.

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