Nigerian Armed Forces Contingent Steals the Show at Cameroon’s 53rd National Day Celebrations

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Iliyasu S. Yahaya

The Republic of Cameroon celebrated its 53rd National Day on May 20, 2025, with a grand ceremony in Yaounde, the country’s capital.

The event, also known as Unity Day, was themed “Army and Nation United for a Cameroon Turned Towards Peace and Prosperity.” Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Christopher Gwabin Musa led a Nigerian delegation to the celebrations, reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to fostering stronger partnerships with Cameroon and other neighbouring nations.

The celebrations featured military exhibitions, defense equipment displays, solidarity treks, and ceremonial parades, showcasing Cameroon’s unity, strength, and commitment to national development. The Nigerian Armed Forces contingent made a notable impression, being the first and only foreign presentation at the ceremony. Their precision drills, vibrant musical displays, and impeccable regimental coordination earned accolades and admiration from the crowd.

The event was attended by Cameroon’s President Paul Biya, senior government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, and citizens from across the country. General Musa expressed appreciation for the warm reception and highlighted the importance of bilateral cooperation in addressing common security challenges and promoting socio-economic growth.

The participation of the Nigerian contingent underscores the strong bilateral ties and military cooperation between Nigeria and Cameroon, reinforcing shared commitments to regional security, peace, and prosperity.

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Iliyasu S. Yahaya Founder, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer Unity Star TV Africa (UStv Africa) Limited Alh. Iliyasu S. Yahaya is a Nigerian broadcast journalist, media entrepreneur, documentary producer and Pan-African advocate. He is the Founder, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Unity Star TV Africa (UStv Africa), a Pan-African digital television network dedicated to promoting African history, culture, education, governance, business, tourism and sustainable development. With many years of experience in journalism and media production, he has built UStv Africa into a respected platform that tells authentic African stories and gives a voice to Africans across the continent and the diaspora. He holds academic qualifications in journalism and media studies, including postgraduate training from the International Institute of Journalism (IIJ), Abuja, and has participated in professional media development programmes focused on digital journalism, broadcasting and public communication. As a journalist, Alh. Iliyasu has reported extensively on national politics, governance, security, the judiciary, education and socio-economic development. Under his leadership, UStv Africa has expanded its coverage to include documentaries, exclusive interviews, cultural heritage programmes, educational content and international affairs. He is committed to strengthening African identity through responsible journalism, preserving indigenous cultures, promoting peace and unity, and creating opportunities for African voices to be heard on the global stage. Beyond broadcasting, he continues to build strategic partnerships with national and international institutions to promote quality journalism, public enlightenment and sustainable development across Africa. "Our mission is simple: to tell Africa's story through African eyes, inspire positive change, and connect the continent with the world."
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