Patriotic Movement for the Salvation of Cameroon (PMSC)
Aboubakary Siddiki (born on 10 June 1972 in Maroua, located in the Far North Region of Cameroon), is a Cameroonian president of the opposition party Patriotic Movement for the Salvation of Cameroon (PMSC).[1] He completed his primary education at Primary School Founange-Maroua from 1978 to 1983 and continued his secondary education at Bilingual High School Maroua in 1984 to 1993. Siddiki later traveled to France, where he obtained a diploma in marketing and a Higher European Diploma in Marketing from IPG Marseille from 1994 to 1997.[2]
Siddiki has been actively involved in business and entrepreneurship. He served as the CEO of Cameroon Pure Water from 2002 to 2014. His business ventures contributed to local economic growth and provided employment opportunities.
Siddiki is the President of the Patriotic Movement for the Salvation of Cameroon (PMSC), a political party he founded in 2013. He served as a municipal councilor in the rural commune of Maroua from 2002 to 2007. Siddiki has been an outspoken critic of the Cameroonian government,[3] advocating for democracy, equality, and economic prosperity.[4]
Political persecution and imprisonment
In 2014, Siddiki became a victim of political persecution and repression, leading to his arrest and imprisonment for five years.[5] His detention was widely condemned by human rights organizations, and his popularity continued to grow during this period.[6] Following his release in 2019, he gained strong support from various regions in Cameroon, particularly the Grand Nord, where over 51% of the population backed his presidential aspirations[7]
Presidential candidacy and political vision
Siddiki is the presidential candidate for the 2025 elections under the PMSC.[8] His campaign focuses on national unity, economic revitalization, youth employment, security, and democratic reforms. His key political objectives include:
Resolving the Anglophone Crisis through inclusive national dialogue.
Rebuilding Northern Cameroon, which has been devastated by Boko Haram.
Fighting youth unemployment, which is estimated at 85%, by boosting the private sector.
Strengthening national security, particularly in border areas.
Timeline Report on the Anglophone Crisis (as a mediator and peace facilitator)[11]
Political alliances and influence
Under his leadership, PMSC has formed an alliance with People's Action Party (PAP),[12] strengthening his support base among Anglophone Cameroonians, who constitute about 20% of the population. Siddiki also maintains strong diplomatic relations with international partners, including the USA, France, the UK, Germany, and China. [citation needed]
Legacy and impact
Aboubakary Siddiki remains a key political figure in Cameroon, advocating for reforms, justice, and national development. His influence continues to grow as he positions himself as a leader capable of bringing change to Cameroon's political landscape.[13]
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