The Governor of the North West Region, Adolphe Lele Lafrique, has officially installed Menyong Gilbert Sunday as the new Senior Divisional Officer (SDO) for Boyo, calling on him to prioritize peace, education, and stability ahead of Cameroon’s October presidential elections.
The ceremony, held on Thursday, August 14, 2025, in Fundong, marked the handover of command between outgoing SDO Saïdou Moussa and his successor. It drew a large crowd of local authorities, traditional rulers, and community members, whom the Governor praised for their “legendary hospitality” and attachment to state institutions.
From Bui to Boyo
Menyong Gilbert Sunday, 41, replaces Mr. Saïdou Moussa, who has been transferred to Bui Division by presidential decree. A native of Nwa in Donga-Mantung Division, Menyong studied law at the University of Yaoundé II-Soa and graduated from ENAM in 2014 as an Administrative Officer. He has since served in several posts within the region, most recently as SDO for Bui since 2021.
Governor Lele Lafrique of the North West Addressing the Press.Governor Lele Lafrique described him as a “young and dynamic personality” well prepared to lead Boyo. “You are the SDO to everyone and for everybody,” he told Menyong, while urging him to remain impartial, uphold the rule of law, and unite all political, religious, and cultural forces.
Challenges Ahead
The Governor outlined a series of pressing tasks for the new administrator, beginning with preparations for the October 12 presidential polls. He stressed the importance of ensuring tolerance, democracy, and security throughout the process.
With the school year just weeks away, the Governor also charged the new SDO to work with parents, teachers, and community leaders to guarantee that all children return to school and that classrooms remain functional.
Beyond elections and education, Menyong was called to help restore the stability Boyo enjoyed before the Anglophone crisis. This includes encouraging displaced residents to return, supporting reconciliation, and persuading armed separatists to lay down their weapons.
“The outstretched hands of the Head of State are still wide open to welcome them back into the Republican family,” Governor Lele said.
Denis Awoh Ndang, Mayor of Fundong Council.Local Concerns
In a welcome address, Fundong Mayor Denis Awoh Ndong underscored both the progress and hardships facing Boyo Division. He cited poor road infrastructure, limited electricity coverage, and recurrent farmer-grazer conflicts as urgent issues.
While commending security forces for recent improvements, the Mayor appealed for more military presence along the troubled Fundong-Bamenda road and in border villages. He also highlighted the economic challenges posed by declining coffee cultivation, which has pushed many youths to migrate to coastal plantations.
Governor Lele Lafrique Flanked by Divisional Authorities.A Call for Unity
Despite these obstacles, both regional and local leaders expressed confidence in Boyo’s future under its new administrator. The Governor called on the population to give Menyong “full and unflinching support” and to continue collaborating with security forces.
“Your peace and security depend on the collaboration you give the administrative authorities,” he said. “When you see something, say something.”
As Boyo turns a new page, hopes are high that peace, stability, and development will gradually return to this agriculturally rich and culturally vibrant division.
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