THIS IS NOT A JOE BIDEN HEADLINE FROM 2023: World’s Oldest Leader Aims to Rule Until Age 99.

At 92, Cameroon’s President Paul Biya—the world’s oldest head of state—is defying age critics and history.

Launching his campaign on Tuesday in Maroua, he pledged to tighten security, create jobs, and rebuild infrastructure as he seeks an eighth term, reinforcing his iron grip on power after more than four decades at the helm.

Biya’s bid comes amid growing scrutiny of his health and leadership. In power since 1982, he has outlasted every other African leader and most of his global peers. His continued rule has come to symbolize both political continuity and democratic stagnation. As Cameroon faces economic strain and security threats, questions are mounting over whether the nonagenarian president can still deliver the reforms he promises.

He just needs more time.