« I beg you my brothers and sisters, give this money and come, I beg you, I beg you, I beg you “. These are the petitions of a man who is tied on all fours behind his back, with his head down. Crying with tears, under the eyes of people who cannot be seen in the video, but who speak English. Decorated with khaki shorts and a blue T-shirt, his exposed body parts suggest that the man had been tortured.Lying on the ground, similarly dressed, was Roland Ewane, the lieutenant ofIdabato removed on 1Yes last October by armed men posing as Nigerian pirates. Since then there has been no news from the civil administrator.
Voices ask him ” how much they agree to give » to free him. And torment the man to answer” seven hundred thousand“. And his captors continued: ” If they don’t take it with us, what can we do for you?“. This video was sent by his captors to his wife. ” They started from 5 million with the petitions, they went to 3 million dollars; from 3 million dollars, they went down to a million. And since yesterday, they have been talking about 700 thousand dollars, ten generators, a 200 horsepower Yamaha engine and the release of their people who find themselves in prison in Buea.», Reported the lieutenant’s wife. The family is far from raising that amount.
The days Roland Evan obviously counted, the family almost broke down: “You can see how my head is shaking. It’s like I have Parkinson’s disease; daily stress. When pirates call morning, noon and night with a voice that could kill someone, in threats and then you hear the voice of your husband crying in the background. Brother, how do I feel? I almost died! I’m already half dead! », Trusting the poor woman who could find advice from the Prime Minister (whom she was unable to meet) to turn to God. The “diplomatic” issue is between Cameroon and Nigeria.
Roland Ewane was kidnapped on 1Yes last October in the middle of the night. The coincidence with the date (commemoration day of the reunification of the former French and English Cameroon) suggested the separatists who are fighting for the separation of the two English-speaking parts of the country. ” It was 2:45 a.m. on October 2, I think it was Tuesday, when I got a call from the mayor of Idabato: “Mama, Mama, the bad boys have go into the city, they have taken your husband with them”’. So I asked him the question, “Where are you, while we pick up my husband?” He hung up », Says the sub-prefect’s wife in a report made by Canal 2 international. ” Anyway, he lives in the society’s mobile hut. He has no place to live. So in this transit booth, the mayor and his wife, the deputy mayor and his wife and the mayor’s other children,…», specifying the woman who is suffering.
Idabato’s lieutenant’s wife broke down in tears as she told her story. She is a woman weakened by this situation, who depends on God, without giving up the fight. I Hate Moneywho was president of the Cameroon Bar Association, tried to appeal to the abductees: ” I invite you to evaluate the human cost of your actions. I beg your sense of humanity to free Mr. Ewane Roland Ekwe and allow him to return to his family. We will choose compassion over violence, and understanding over conflict », pleaded the candidate for the 2025 presidential election, in an open letter.
**Point**: The captors’ demands are complex and evolving. **Authority**: Guest 2, an expert in humanitarian aid and negotiation tactics. **Application**: How might these evolving demands suggest the captors’ motivations and goals, and how could understanding these motivations inform negotiation strategies?
## World Today News Interview: The Complex Case of Roland Ewane
**Introduction:** Today we delve into the harrowing case of Roland Ewane, a Cameroonian civil administrator held captive since October 1st. We’ll be joined by two esteemed guests: **[Guest 1 Name and Credentials]**: specializing in international conflict resolution, and **[Guest 2 Name and Credentials]**: an expert in humanitarian aid and negotiation tactics.
**Section 1: Understanding the Abduction**
* **Guest 1, given the date of Mr. Ewane’s abduction coinciding with a significant anniversary in Cameroonian history, how might this influence the perpetrators’ motivations? Could this point towards a connection with separatist groups?**
* **Guest 2, the demands made by the captors seem to be complex and evolving. What insights does this offer into the nature of the group behind this kidnapping? Are we looking at purely financially motivated criminals, or something more politically driven?**
* **Both guests, what are the immediate and long-term implications of this type of kidnapping for stability and security in the region?**
**Section 2: The Human Cost**
* **Guest 2, Mr. Ewane’s wife speaks of immense emotional distress and the toll this captivity is taking on her family. How does prolonged uncertainty and the threat of violence impact the psychological wellbeing of victims and their loved ones?**
* **Guest 1, aside from the immediate trauma, what are some of the potential long-term consequences for Mr. Ewane if he is released? Could he face psychological struggles, social stigma, or difficulties reintegrating into society?**
* **Both guests, what resources and support networks are available to families dealing with similar situations? What needs to be done to better assist them and ensure their well-being during and after these crises?**
**Section 3: Finding a Resolution**
* **Guest 1, the Cameroon government appears to be engaged in diplomatic efforts with Nigeria. What are the challenges and complexities involved in negotiating with abductors who have made such significant demands?**
* **Guest 2, I Hate Money, a prominent Cameroonian figure, has appealed to the captors’ humanity. What role can public figures and civil society play in advocating for the release of hostages and pushing for peaceful resolutions?**
* **Both guests, what are some alternative strategies that could be considered in this situation? Could involving international organizations or mediators be beneficial? What lessons can be learned from past hostage negotiations to guide efforts in this case?**
**Closing:** This is a deeply distressing case that underscores the complexities of conflict and human suffering. We hope this discussion sheds light on the multifaceted challenges involved and encourages continued efforts to secure Mr. Ewane’s safe return and address the underlying causes that contribute to such incidents.
