A recent election in Cameroon saw Paul Biya declared as the winner, securing 53.66% of the total vote cast. At 92 years old, he has become the world's oldest serving president.
The title for the longest-serving president in Africa goes to Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea, who also holds the record globally.
WITHIN NIGERIA took a look at the ten longest serving presidents in Africa and what has been sustaining their tight grip on power.
Other notable long-serving presidents include Biya and Kagame. Their prolonged stays in power raise questions about their grip on authority.
Author's summary: Africa's longest! serving presidents examined.