In a shocking display of violence and cruelty, women in Big Babanki, Cameroon have become the targets of torture at the hands of separatist fighters. These disturbing acts, characterized by their inhumane and senseless nature, have been denounced as war crimes and crimes against humanity. Barrister Agbor Felix Nkongho Balla, President of the Centre for Human Rights and Democracy in Africa and a renowned human rights advocate, expressed his condemnation of these atrocities on Monday, May 23, 2023.
Shocking Brutality: Women in Big Babanki Subjected to Torture by Separatist Fighters.
The peaceful village of Big Babanki in Cameroon has become a scene of unimaginable horror as women are mercilessly tortured by separatist fighters. These acts of brutality, carried out by those who claim to fight for independence, have sent shockwaves through the community and beyond. The once-safe haven has turned into a nightmare for the women who bear the brunt of this violence.
Barrister Agbor Balla’s Condemnation: War Crimes and Crimes Against Humanity.
Renowned human rights advocate Barrister Agbor Balla has strongly denounced the torture inflicted on women in Big Babanki, labeling it as clear violations of international law. He emphasizes that the abduction and torture of civilian women, who are not involved in any hostilities, constitute war crimes and crimes against humanity. Barrister Balla’s condemnation adds weight to the growing outcry for justice and accountability.The human rights activist, visibly distressed by these acts, further underscored the lack of respect shown towards women, some of whom are even the mothers of the separatist fighters themselves. He argued that this behavior is indicative of a revolution that has reached its lowest point, characterized by a complete disregard for law and morality. The rampant lawlessness and criminality exhibited by the perpetrators have reached their pinnacle, causing immense harm to the fabric of society.
Unrelenting Oppression: Elderly Women Targeted During Protests.
In a deeply distressing turn of events, elderly women in Big Babanki found themselves at the receiving end of violent attacks while peacefully protesting against an exorbitant tax levy imposed on every household. These defenseless women, who only sought to voice their grievances, were met with brutal force by separatist fighters. The shocking disregard for their well-being has sparked outrage and intensified the urgent need for intervention.
As a means to exert further control and instill fear, separatist fighters have imposed a strict curfew on the residents of Big Babanki. Under this curfew, the freedom and safety of the villagers are severely restricted, with stringent rules in place and a ban on certain activities. This escalation of measures highlights the growing dominance of the separatist fighters and the alarming deterioration of the situation in the region.