Cameroon’s Minister of Territorial Administration, Atanga Nji Paul, met with firearms manufacturers on April 15th, 2024, to discuss security measures and regulations in the industry. This meeting follows the recent surge in armed robberies and assaults in the country.

Minister Atanga Nji emphasized the importance of strict control in the issuance and possession of firearms and ammunition. He urged for extreme vigilance, thorough verification, and authentication of documents for those applying for and possessing firearms and ammunition to prevent criminal activity.

The Minister’s call for stricter regulations comes as a response to the growing concerns of public safety. The meeting aims to ensure that the firearms industry operates under strict regulations and guidelines to prevent the misuse of firearms and ammunition.
This meeting is a significant step towards addressing the issue of armed robberies and assaults in the country. The Minister’s commitment to ensuring public safety and security is commendable, and we hope that this meeting will result in effective measures to prevent the illegal use of firearms and ammunition.