The Profile of the Main Opposition Candidate Is Issa Tchiroma Bakary a Distractor or a Liberator? By The Afrisocrat Political Desk | 2025 Presidential Election Special Early Life & Education Born on 10 September 1949 in Garoua, northern Cameroon, Issa Tchiroma Bakary grew up in a respected family where his father served as an advisor to the Lamido. This upbringing instilled in him deep values of responsibility, discipline, and service to the community. After early schooling in Douala, he pursued technical training in transport and materials engineering before traveling to Paris. At the University of Paris (Jussieu), he prepared for a PhD in mathematics before redirecting his focus to mechanical engineering at ISMCM, graduating as a railway engineer. Returning home, he worked at Regifercam in Douala, embodying the discipline and pragmatism of a technocrat committed to service. Imprisonment & Political Rise In...
HOW TO COOK THE PERFECT JOLLOF RICE (A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE) Jollof rice is West Africa’s most famous dish, sparking friendly rivalries between Nigeria, Ghana, and Senegal. Beyond the debates, Jollof rice remains a unifying meal—served at weddings, birthdays, and family gatherings across the continent. This guide will help you cook Jollof rice the authentic way: rich, flavorful, and irresistibly smoky. INGREDIENTS Long-grain parboiled rice Fresh tomatoes (or canned) Red bell peppers Scotch bonnet (for heat) Onions Cooking oil Tomato paste Chicken or beef stock Seasonings: salt, curry powder, thyme, seasoning cubes, bay leaves STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE 1. Blend Tomatoes, Onions, and Peppers Combine fresh tomatoes, red bell peppers, scotch bonnets, and one onion in a blender. Blend into a smooth paste. This is your base sauce. 2. Fry the Mixture with Seasoning Until Thick Heat oil in a pot, add chopped onions, and fry until golden. Stir in tomato paste and your blended mixture. Add curry powder, ...