Cameroon: World’s Oldest Ruler, 92, Paul Biya Sworn in for Eighth Term in Cameroon

Cameroon’s longtime leader, and the world’s oldest leader, President Paul Biya, has been sworn in for an eighth consecutive term, vowing to restore order after deadly post-election violence.

In his inaugural speech, Biya promised to stay faithful to the confidence of the Cameroonian people and pledged to work for a ”united, stable and prosperous” country. He expressed condolences to victims of the unrest and blamed “irresponsible politicians” for the chaos, while assuring citizens that…