By Neba Jerome Ambe
Prof. Fru Angwafo III has been re-elected President of the North West Regional Assembly, extending his leadership for another five-year term following a decisive vote held on December 16, 2025. Running on a single list, Prof. Angwafo secured 88 of the 90 valid votes cast, reaffirming strong confidence in his stewardship of the region’s executive arm.
Speaking shortly after the vote, Prof. Fru Angwafo expressed gratitude for the renewed mandate and emphasized collective governance and inclusive leadership. “You have entrusted us once again with the responsibility to serve, and we will not disappoint,” he said. Stressing collaboration between the executive and the assembly, he added, “One hand cannot tie a bundle. The executive will faithfully implement what the assembly deliberates, while actively seeking avenues to deliver meaningful projects to our communities.”
Addressing traditional authorities and elected representatives, Prof. Fru Angwafo underscored the importance of unity, dialogue, and peace-building. He reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment to working closely with traditional rulers, divisional representatives, and all stakeholders through strengthened community dialogue and the Peace and Development Initiative. “We are ready to engage in dialogue with all,” he stated.
The Governor of the North West Region, Adolphe Lele Lafrique, who doubles at the State Representative congratulated the Assembly and its leadership, describing the re-election as a reflection of public trust. He praised Prof. Fru Angwafo’s first mandate, noting that the Regional Assembly has distinguished itself as a trailblazer. “Your leadership gave prominence to the peace process and consistently defended the interests of the people and the region,” the Governor said.
Governor Lafrique also urged the newly elected executive to deepen collaboration with state authorities in addressing security challenges. He called for sustained efforts to counter acts of terrorism, which he described as attempts to undermine the daily lives of citizens, expressing confidence that peace and stability would prevail.
The North West Regional Assembly’s executive bureau comprises eight members. Of these, four members from the previous mandate were retained, while four new members were elected. Returning members include Prof. Fru Angwafo III as President; Ghejung Awunti, re-elected as Commissioner for Economic Development; and Prof. Sakah Fondufe Lydia, Commissioner for Health and Social Development.
The newly elected members of the executive bureau are Fon Nfor Amidu Nji, President of the House of Chiefs and Vice President of the Regional Executive Council; Prof. Anyambot Emmanuel Anya, Commissioner for Education, Sports and Cultural Development; Mvo Zenobia Ndum, Secretary I; and Fon Zofoa Abubaka Fuanfor Yung, Secretary II.
Several outgoing officials concluded their service, including Fon Yakum Kevin Teuvih, former President of the House of Chiefs; Prof. Fri Manyi Rose, outgoing Commissioner for Education, who did not seek a second mandate; Kalak Flavius, former Secretary I, who also did not seek re-election; and Fon Bahmbi III Mathias, who lost elections in Menchum Division.
The formal installation of the newly elected executive members is expected to take place on a date yet to be announced.
