Bamenda: Innovative Security Equipment Displayed

There was colour and bravery  as the CPDM impressed  with  special  cultural attractions.

Governor Adolphe Lele Lafrique arrived at 10.10 am to set the tone for the celebration of nationhood. Available to cheer the event were some elite, Archbishop Cornelius Fontem Esua, Auxiliary Bishop, Michael  Bibi , Special guest and musician, Talla Andre Marie, Richard Kings and a cross section of inhabitants of  metropolitan Bamenda. Fair weather was on duty and the event was beautiful for many who braved some  early morning  barricades and intimidation threats by unknown people to file out for the event.
It all started with some 31 privileged people recognized with medals. The event that celebrated merit soon gave way to a demonstration of strength by Military and Security forces. It was a rare moment to cheer an  authoritative march past by detachments of the forces. It was a day for the military corps to display newly acquired armory, artillery and manpower. Gendarmes,  Soldiers, Airforce elements, Fire Fighters, Police,  Customs and Forestry  elements were a joy to watch in their new outfits.
Away from them, students of the University of Bamenda virtually stole the show with a  huge participation...