The Cameroon Renaissance Movement (MRC) has accused some administrative authorities, municipal officials and tax officers of obstructing its members seeking to contest the February 7, 2027, legislative and municipal elections.
In a declaration issued in Yaoundé on November 11 and signed by its National President, Tiriane Noah, the opposition party alleged that its prospective candidates in several localities were facing refusals and delays in obtaining or certifying documents required for their nomination files.
The MRC also accused some officials of demanding payments for documents it says should be issued free of charge, alleging that the practices were intended to discourage its members from participating in the elections.
To support its position, the party cited Article 295 of the Electoral Code, which provides for free registration of judicial acts relating to electoral matters and free issuance of birth certificate extracts required for electoral purposes.
The party called on administrative authorities, mayors and tax officials to maintain political neutrality. It also urged affected members to document alleged refusals through bailiff’s reports and forward evidence to its legal team for possible court action.
The MRC said it remained determined to field candidates across the country, despite the reported difficulties.
