MISREPRESENTATION OF U.S. PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION INVITATION BY AGOVC
The People’s Rights Advocacy Platform (PRAP) wishes to address the misleading claims made by the Ambazonia Governing Council (AGOVC) regarding their alleged invitation to attend the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump on January 20, 2025.
After thorough inquiries, we can authoritatively confirm that no invitation to attend the U.S. inauguration ceremony has been extended officially to Ambazonia or the AGOVC.
Inauguration invitations are typically issued by U.S. government representatives or event organizers based on political priorities and diplomatic relations.
There is no public record or credible information to support AGOVC’s claim of such an invitation.
Clarification on Personal Invitations
While it is possible that an individual affiliated with AGOVC may have received a personal invitation, it is essential to clarify that such invitations are extended to private individuals and not to their organizations.
Unrecognized political entities, such as the AGOVC—especially one led by an individual facing serious charges of crimes against humanity in Norway—are not eligible for formal recognition in such prestigious events.
Reminder of Ayaba Cho’s Extremism and Travel Ban
It is important to remind the public that AGOVC’s leader, Ayaba Cho Lucas, is barred from entering the United States and Canada due to his known involvement in extremism and actions that undermine peace efforts.
This makes the AGOVC’s claim of formal representation at the U.S. inauguration highly dubious and a clear attempt to mislead the public.
PRAP’s High-Level Engagement with U.S. Officials
PRAP has been engaging in high-level discussions with U.S. officials to advance the legitimate struggle of the Ambazonian people.
Our focus is on lobbying for recognition of Ambazonian rights and promoting the Peace Plant Paper (PPP) as a viable path to sustainable peace.
Unlike AGOVC’s falsehoods, PRAP’s diplomacy is rooted in transparency and respect for international standards.
The Dangers of Misrepresentation
This false claim by the AGOVC mirrors similar deceptive tactics used by other leaders in the struggle,such as Sako Ikome’s fabricated claim of being invited to the United Nations.
Such misrepresentation damages the credibility of the Ambazonian struggle and alienates potential allies.
Misleading the people for organizational or personal gain undermines the integrity of our movement and jeopardizes the progress of genuine efforts for self-determination.
A Call for Integrity and Accountability
PRAP urges all Ambazonian organizations and leaders to prioritize honesty, responsibility, and respect for the truth.
Trust and credibility are essential in building meaningful international partnerships. The Ambazonian people deserve leadership that operates with integrity and remains accountable to their cause.
PRAP’s Commitment
PRAP remains committed to genuine diplomacy, advocacy, and sustainable solutions for the Ambazonian struggle.
We encourage Ambazonians to discern truth from fiction and to reject any attempts to exploit their hopes for personal or organizational benefit.
Issued by the People’s Rights Advocacy Platform (PRAP)
Ndong Emmanuel N (Capo Daniel)
Date: January 14, 2025
Best regards
