Outrage and Condemnation Follow Murder of 6-Year-Old Mathis in Yaounde

    6-years-Old Mathis Killed in Yaounde.

The brutal murder of six-year-old Mathis in Yaounde has sparked widespread outrage and calls for justice across Cameroon. The young boy was stabbed to death at his family home in the Ngoa-Ekélé neighborhood on May 10, 2025.

The principal suspect, Dagobert Nwafo, is currently in police custody, with his lawyers claiming he was intoxicated at the time of the incident and cannot recall the events. The case has been referred to the State Counsel of the Mfoundi High Court, who has ordered a police investigation.

Dagobert Nwafo, Principal Suspect Currently in Police Custody.

The Cameroon Human Rights Commission has condemned the crime as an "intolerable act of cruelty" and demanded swift justice. The Commission's statement has added weight to the growing public outcry, with many Cameroonians demanding accountability for the heinous crime.

Minister of Women's Empowerment and the Family, Marie Therese Abena Ondoa, has also strongly condemned the murder, describing it as an "ignoble and inhumane act." The Minister emphasized the need for collective action to prevent and protect vulnerable individuals, particularly children and women, from violence and abuse.

Marie Therese Abena Ondoa, Minister of Women's Empowerment and the Family.

The Minister urged families and communities to be more vigilant and report any cases of maltreatment or violence, reminding the public of the free helpline number, 116, which provides assistance and support for victims of abuse.

The first court hearing for Dagobert Nwafo was postponed due to insufficient evidence. He will remain in police custody until May 21, 2025, as investigations continue.

As investigations continue, the public remains vigilant, awaiting justice for Mathis and his family. The case has highlighted concerns about safety and security in the country, and many are watching closely to see how the authorities handle the case.