Violence sparked off Yesterday in some neighbourhoods halting most activities.
Terror! This was the atmosphere in some neighbourhoods in Yaounde yesterday, 27 February, 2008. The day could be described as a black and tense Wednesday, particularly in neighbourhoods where violence sparked off, leading to human casualties and material damage. Commercial activities in the town were grounded as almost all big shops, banks and market places remained closed. The usual trekking by inhabitants took its course as no taxi was seen along the road. Even private cars could not circulate freely, particularly in violence -prone areas. While some parents rushed to collect their children in school premises before time, some pupils and students were seen walking back home in panic and tears. The forces of law and order and fire fighters were on several fronts to disperse the vandals as well as calm the situation.
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