Tag ismael bidoung
Here's some information about Ismaël Bidoung:
Ismaël Bidouing
- Born: 1938
- Nationality: Cameroonian
- Occupation: Politician
- Current position: President of Cameroon (since 2018)
Early Life and Career
Ismaël Bidouing was born in 1938 in Cameroon. He began his career in politics in the 1960s, serving as a member of the National Assembly of Cameroon from 1960 to 1964. He later became a minister in the government of Cameroon, serving in various roles including Minister of Education and Minister of Justice.
Presidency
Bidouing was elected as the President of Cameroon in 2018, succeeding Paul Biya. He is the first president of Cameroon to be born after the country gained independence from France in 1960. Bidouing has pledged to reform the country's economy and improve living standards for Cameroonians.
Personal Life
Bidouing is married and has several children. He is a member of the Cameroon People's Democratic Movement (CPDM), the ruling party in Cameroon.
Controversies
Bidouing's presidency has been marked by controversy, including allegations of human rights abuses and corruption. He has also faced criticism for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic in Cameroon.
References
- "Ismaël Bidouing: Who is the new President of Cameroon?" BBC News, 2018
- "Cameroon's new President Ismaël Bidouing: What to expect?" Al Jazeera, 2018
- "Ismaël Bidouing: Cameroon's new leader faces tough challenges" The Guardian, 2018