The District Chairperson for the Bamenda III electoral District has reiterated his party’s resolve to put up a reasonable fight against opponents during upcoming elections. Lucas Ngu Afong was speaking during the Social Democratic Front (SDF) Regional Convention in Bamenda, bringing together representatives from nearly all districts in the North West Region.
Lucas Ngu Afong, District Chairperson for Bamenda III, delivered a strong message, vowing that the upcoming elections would be a tough contest for rival parties.
“Bamenda is our town, and they seized it from us,” he declared, referring to the SDF’s historical dominance in the city. He urged party members to prepare rigorously to reclaim their influence, insisting that they must “beat them in their own game.”
Afong’s remarks set the tone for a convention focused on electoral strategy and party mobilisation. Regional Chairperson and Mayor of Bamenda III, Fongu Cletus Tanwe, explained that the meeting aimed to assess the party’s health in the region and lay the groundwork for the upcoming elections.
He also announced preparations for an extraordinary national convention in March, which will determine the party’s candidate for the 2025 presidential election. Expressing disappointment over absenteeism, he called on all members to actively contribute to the party’s resurgence.
Addressing delegates, Senator Muchigle Vanegansen, the SDF National Vice President, acknowledged the harsh political climate in the North West but emphasised the need for collective effort. He appealed for unity, urging members to honour the party’s founding principles and work together for its revival.
As the convention concluded, speculation arose regarding potential presidential candidates from the region. Despite an open invitation from the Regional Chairperson, no one stepped forward to declare their candidacy. However, the distribution of calendars featuring the image of SDF National Chairperson Joshua Osih sparked discussions, with many interpreting it as an early campaign move by the party leader.
The convention ended with calls for renewed commitment and strategic preparation as the SDF positions itself for the upcoming elections.