Yaoundé: A second poll conducted by Cameroon News Agency on the presidential election in Cameroon revealed that most Cameroonians prefer opposition leader and president of the National Salvation Front of Cameroon, Issa Tchiroma Bakary, to be the coalition leader.
According to Cameroon News Agency, out of a sample size of 1045 people who completed the survey between September 29-October 5, 2025, a clear majority (75%) of respondents view Issa Tchiroma as the best person to unite and lead an opposition coalition, with Joshua Osih a distant second at 12%. The remaining candidates each attract minimal support, underscoring a high concentration of preference around Tchiroma’s leadership.
The poll indicates that nearly half (49%) of respondents are confident that a united opposition could defeat President Biya, while about 39% doubt it. Roughly 13% remain undecided. This suggests a divided but hopeful electorate, where unity among opposition parties could be a key factor influencing voter turnout and expectations
. Previously, 75% said the main opposition leader is Issa Tchiroma Bakary. Going by this, 49% of respondents think that the main opposition leader could likely beat incumbent Paul Biya.
Civil liberties are a significant concern, with 92% of respondents expressing worry over government attempts to silence opposition voices ahead of the election. Only 3% said they were not too worried, while another 3% were undecided and 2% not worried. This shows an awareness among Cameroonians of potential government opposition towards opposition candidates, as seen with civil administrators barring rallies in certain areas.
The poll also highlights voter motivation, with 37% of respondents stating they will vote if there is a change in leadership. Some 30.43% said they will only vote if there is a credible candidate, while 27.75% would vote if Paul Biya wasn’t running again. A small percentage, 4.5%, indicated improved security as a motivator.
The fight against corruption remains a top priority, with nearly three-quarters
of respondents emphasizing its importance in their choice of candidate. Another quarter of voters are focused more on a change in power, underscoring integrity and accountability as key voter priorities.
Regarding peace and security, 66.22% of respondents believe the new president should return the country to a two-state federation to address conflicts in the Northwest and Southwest regions. Meanwhile, 27.46% think that dialogue is the solution, and 6.22% support decentralization.
Economic reforms are also on voters’ minds, with 46.46% advocating for tax reductions on small businesses to boost the economy. Another 43.43% call for economic diversification, while 11.11% suggest increased government recruitment.
Infrastructure remains a critical issue, as 84% of respondents want road construction prioritized by the next president. Only small portions highlight electricity (8%), communication networks (5%), and water supply (2%), indicating that poor road infrastructure is a major barrier to development.
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ng the first poll, Maurice Kamto was favored as the main opposition challenger, but his candidacy was invalidated by ELECAM and the Constitutional Council. Despite this, 95% of respondents expressed their desire for Paul Biya not to run again, yet he still entered the race. The two polls show consistency in the desires of Cameroonians, who seek an opposition leader to bring change and address pressing issues such as infrastructure, economic viability, and governance.