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Simon Achidi Achu
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| 5th Prime Minister of Cameroon | |
| In office 9 April 1992 – 19 September 1996 |
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| Preceded by | Sadou Hayatou |
| Succeeded by | Peter Mafany Musonge |
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| Born | 5 November 1934 Bamenda, British Cameroon |
| Died | 4 May 2021 (aged 86) United States |
| Political party | CPDM |
Simon Achidi Achu (born November 5, 1934 – died May 4, 2021) was an important Cameroonian politician. He served as the Prime Minister of Cameroon from 1992 to 1996. Before that, he was the Minister of Justice from 1972 to 1975. Mr. Achu was a key member of the Cameroon People's Democratic Movement (CPDM) political party. He was also chosen to lead the National Investment Corporation in 2003 and became a Senator in 2013.
Early Life and Education
Simon Achidi Achu was born in Bamenda, a city in Cameroon. He grew up in a town called Santa, which is in the Northwest Region of Cameroon. He finished his first years of school in Santa. Then, he went to Cameroon Protestant College for his high school education.
Later, he attended the University of Yaoundé. While there, he helped create the Student Association, which is still active today. He was also the very first president of this student group. After his studies in Cameroon, he continued his education in Marseille, France.
His Journey in Politics
Simon Achidi Achu started his public service as a state magistrate from 1965 to 1966. In 1971, he was appointed as a Minister Delegate. On July 3, 1972, President Ahmadou Ahidjo made him the Minister of Justice. He held this important position until 1975. After that, he returned to Santa and started a farm called Rock Farm Ranch.
He took a break from politics for several years. However, he later returned and was elected as a member of the National Assembly. This is like the country's parliament. President Paul Biya then appointed him Prime Minister on April 9, 1992. This happened after the parliamentary election in March 1992. He was the first Prime Minister of Cameroon who spoke English as his main language.
On October 10, 1992, just before the presidential election, Mr. Achu spoke on Cameroon Radio and Television. He spoke in French, which was his second language. He asked people to reject the opposition party. He wanted to prevent any possible violence and keep the country stable.
After President Biya won the 1992 election, Simon Achidi Achu continued as Prime Minister. He served until September 19, 1996. After his time as Prime Minister, he was appointed to lead the National Investment Corporation in 2003. This organization helps with investments in the country.
Continuing to Serve
Simon Achidi Achu was a member of the Central Committee of the ruling CPDM party. This committee helps guide the party's decisions. He also helped with President Biya's election campaigns. For example, in the 2004 presidential election, he was part of the team that supported the campaign in the Northwest Province. He also led the discipline committee for the CPDM.
In 2009, Mr. Achu became part of a special group called the Council of the Wise. This group helped the CPDM party plan ways to become stronger in the Northwest Province. This area was traditionally strong for the opposition party.
In April 2013, Simon Achidi Achu was elected to the Senate of Cameroon. He was the top candidate for the CPDM party in the Northwest Province. The Senate is another important part of the government. On June 12, 2013, when the Senate leaders were chosen, Mr. Achu became the Vice-President of the Senate.
Simon Achidi Achu passed away on May 4, 2021, at the age of 86. He had been recovering from an illness in the United States.
See also
In Spanish: Simon Achidi Achu para niños
