Cameroon’s President Paul Biya has reportedly appointed his son, Franck Emmanuel Biya, as his Vice President of the Republic and the Head of the Armed Forces.
The appointment, confirmed in an official decree dated April 4, 2026, also names Franck Biya as Minister Delegate at the Ministry of Defence, positioning him at the heart of Cameroon’s security structure.
The document states: “Mr Franck Emmanuel BIYA is appointed Vice President of the Republic of Cameroon.”
It further adds: “Mr Franck Emmanuel BIYA is appointed Head of the Armed Forces.”
