Longest-Serving Presidents in Africa
A recent election in Cameroon saw Paul Biya declared the winner, securing 53.66% of the total vote cast.
At 92 years old, Biya has become the world's oldest serving president, with his closest opponent, Issa Tchiroma Bakary, garnering 35.19% of the votes.
Top 10 Longest-Serving Presidents
The title for the longest-serving president in Africa goes to Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea, who also holds the record globally.
- Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea
- Paul Biya of Cameroon
- Other notable mentions include Kagame
WITHIN NIGERIA took a look at the ten longest serving presidents in Africa and what has been sustaining their tight grip on power.
Author's summary: Africa's longest-serving presidents hold tight grip on power.