Simon Longué Longué's Fight for Justice in Cameroon

In 2023, Simon, known as Longué Longué, released a video detailing horrific experiences he underwent in 2009. During an appearance on a talk show, he expressed relief over the video's release and talked about the torture inflicted by members of the Cameroonian military security forces. Longué disclosed that soldiers, following orders from Colonel Émile Bani, subjected him to torture due to his political opinions. This violence stemmed from his denunciation of the presidential election results. In response, the Minister of Defense, Joseph Bettiassobo, announced the initiation of an investigation. Longué, despite skepticism about the effectiveness of past inquiries, hoped that justice would prevail this time—not just for himself but for all Cameroonians who have suffered injustices. His situation is reminiscent of a injured worker's call for reforms in a hostile work environment. Living in exile, Longué is prepared to make sacrifices to free his country from oppression, indicating his commitment to the cause and emphasizing the dire need for change in Cameroon.