Commentary

Unconstitutional Amendments? Assessing Cameroon’s 2008 and April 2026 Constitutional Revisions under Article 64

Dr. Nelson Agbor April 4, 2026

The constitutional trajectory of Cameroon has entered a critical phase following the April 2026 tabling of a reform bill introducing a Vice President, alongside the enduring legacy of the 2008 constitutional amendments. These developments must be scrutinised against Article 64 of the Constitution, which entrenches a substantive limitation

Constitutional Reform and Executive Reconfiguration in Cameroon: A Critical Analysis of Articles 5, 6, 7, 10, 53 and 66 and the Politics of the Vice Presidency.

Dr. Nelson Agbor April 3, 2026

The ongoing constitutional reform process in Cameroon, especially the proposed amendments to Articles 5, 6, 7, 10, 53, and 66, marks a pivotal moment in the development of the country’s constitutional framework. These reforms, most notably the reintroduction of the Vice Presidency, must be viewed within a broader

BRICS NATIONS AND THE GLOBAL POWER SHIFT DYNAMICS

Dr. Nelson Agbor April 2, 2026

By Dr Tarh Ntantang Abstract The Global Economic Order has mostly been dominated by World Bank and the International monetary funds (IMF) which has been the station quo since the end of the cold war in 19991. But the rise of the BRICS an alliance of sub regional

Withdrawal, Coercion, and Collective Defence: Legal and Strategic Limits of Donald Trump’s NATO Exit Threat in the Context of the 2026 Hormuz Crisis.

Dr. Nelson Agbor April 2, 2026

The renewed threat by Donald Trump to withdraw the United States from NATO must be viewed within both the alliance’s foundational principles and the evolving constitutional and geopolitical constraints that influence U.S. involvement. NATO was created in 1949 as a collective defence pact primarily aimed at deterring Soviet

Surveillance in Plain Sight: Facial Recognition Technology, Public Security, and the Erosion of Privacy and Human Rights in the United Kingdom.

Dr. Nelson Agbor March 31, 2026

Facial recognition technology (FRT) has rapidly transitioned from a speculative idea to an essential component of modern surveillance systems. This change is particularly evident in British high streets, where police forces are increasingly using live facial recognition systems. Recent statistics reveal that 8.6 million faces were scanned within

Three Deaths Too Many: Child Victimisation, Social Breakdown, and the Urgent Need for Protection in Cameroon.

Dr. Nelson Agbor March 28, 2026

The ongoing abuse of children in Cameroon is one of the most troubling social and human rights issues facing the country today. Throughout the nation, children continue to experience violence, sexual abuse, neglect, and even death at the hands of adults who are supposed to protect them. These

Legacies of Exploitation: Why Reparations for Slavery and Colonialism Remain Urgent in the 21st Century.

Dr. Nelson Agbor March 27, 2026

The issue of reparations for the historical injustices of slavery and colonialism has re-emerged as a key topic in international human rights discussions, especially following United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/RES/78/234, which urges renewed global focus on reparatory justice. This resolution indicates a growing awareness that the legacies

Platform Liability and Youth Harm: The Google–Meta Verdict and the Urgent Need for Regulation of Addictive Digital Design.

Dr. Nelson Agbor March 26, 2026

The landmark case of K.G.M. v. Meta et al. marks a key turning point in holding technology companies legally responsible for the mental health effects of their platforms. Decided in March 2026 by a Los Angeles jury, the case found Meta Platforms and Google liable for creating addictive

Reconfiguring Executive Power in Cameroon: The Proposed Vice Presidency and Its Implications for the Anglophone Crisis.

Dr. Nelson Agbor March 24, 2026

The tabling of a constitutional reform bill to establish the position of Vice President in Cameroon’s National Assembly signifies a potentially important institutional change within the country’s semi-presidential system. Although the details of the bill are still being debated in parliament, early signs suggest it could be part

From ultimatum to Diplomacy: Reassessing Donald Trump’s Iran Strategy and its Implications for Western Leadership.

Dr. Nelson Agbor March 23, 2026

The recent remarks by Donald Trump regarding Iran mark a notable rhetorical shift from confrontation to cautious diplomacy. Following a perceived 48-hour ultimatum threatening the “obliteration” of Iranian infrastructure, Trump’s subsequent message on Truth Social highlighted “very good and productive conversations” and a temporary pause to military action.

Unconstitutional Amendments? Assessing Cameroon’s 2008 and April 2026 Constitutional Revisions under Article 64

Constitutional Reform and Executive Reconfiguration in Cameroon: A Critical Analysis of Articles 5, 6, 7, 10, 53 and 66 and the Politics of the Vice Presidency.

BRICS NATIONS AND THE GLOBAL POWER SHIFT DYNAMICS

Withdrawal, Coercion, and Collective Defence: Legal and Strategic Limits of Donald Trump’s NATO Exit Threat in the Context of the 2026 Hormuz Crisis.

Surveillance in Plain Sight: Facial Recognition Technology, Public Security, and the Erosion of Privacy and Human Rights in the United Kingdom.

Three Deaths Too Many: Child Victimisation, Social Breakdown, and the Urgent Need for Protection in Cameroon.

Legacies of Exploitation: Why Reparations for Slavery and Colonialism Remain Urgent in the 21st Century.

Platform Liability and Youth Harm: The Google–Meta Verdict and the Urgent Need for Regulation of Addictive Digital Design.

Reconfiguring Executive Power in Cameroon: The Proposed Vice Presidency and Its Implications for the Anglophone Crisis.

From ultimatum to Diplomacy: Reassessing Donald Trump’s Iran Strategy and its Implications for Western Leadership.

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Dr Nelson A. Agbor