Ahead of October election: CIDIMUC announces mega peace, stability confab in Y'de August 6 & 7.

The confab, scheduled for August 6 and 7 at the National Museum in Yaounde, is themed: "Peace and stability before, during, and after the elections and a big prayer for peace in Cameroon".

Dr Oumaroua told reporters that the primary objective of the conference is to equip Imams and Muslim dignitaries with tools for raising awareness and educating the population on the importance of promoting peace and stability throughout the electoral period. 

The General Coordinator further revealed that the conference would include a major prayer for peace in Cameroon on July 6, to be led by a group of Imams from across the country's ten regions.

He said it will also feature an inaugural lecture on "Peace: a value to cultivate and preserve at all times". 

Dr Oumaroua said thematic sessions will span two days, featuring panels on topics such as peace and stability as essential foundations for successful elections in Cameroon, the Islamic principles underpinning the culture and preservation of peace in society, and the role of Imams and Muslim dignitaries in maintaining peace and stability before, during, and after the October 2025 elections.

All these, Dr Oumaroua noted, aims to equip these religious leaders with resources to encourage peace and stability within their communities, ultimately supporting the broader goal of peace and stability in Cameroon.

He added that CIDIMUC expects these discussions to result in increased awareness among Imams and Muslim dignitaries regarding the significance of peace and stability throughout the electoral period.

Over 1,000 participants expected

According to Dr Oumaroua, CIDIMUC anticipates the participation of approximately 1,000 individuals, as well as Imams and Muslim dignitaries from all ten regions of the country, along with special guests.

The target audience, he detailed, will include Imams and Muslim dignitaries from Cameroon, Muslim communities, public authorities, and security forces, as well as the media and general public.

He said the objective of the confab fits squarely in the context of the upcoming presidential election and the prevailing sociopolitical tensions, alongside the proliferation of hate speech on social media. 

CIDIMUC, he said, through the gathering, is further underscoring the crucial role of Imams and Muslim dignitaries as influential leaders within communities, who can effectively promote peace and stability during the electoral period.

To ensure the message goes across, he said CIDIMUC plans for extensive reporting by major national and international media outlets. The conference proceedings, he added, are also expected to be broadcast live on the national television channel and across social media platforms, including Facebook, X (former Twitter), and YouTube. 

CIDIMUC believes that the participation of the press at the mega conference will contribute significantly to fostering peace and stability nationwide. 

This article was first published in The Guardian Post Edition No:3513 of Thursday July 24, 2025