[3] Paul Atanga Nji's political career began in earnest in the 1990s when he took on various roles within the Cameroon People's Democratic Movement.
He gained prominence for his loyalty to President Paul Biya and was seen as a representative of the party's interests in the Anglophone regions of Cameroon.
This role made him responsible for overseeing the internal security of the country, managing administrative divisions, and coordinating with regional governors.
[6] His tenure as Minister has coincided with the Anglophone Crisis, a period of political unrest and violence in Cameroon's Northwest and Southwest Regions, which are predominantly English-speaking.
[14] He is known for his close ties to the inner circle of President Paul Biya's administration and is considered one of the most influential Anglophone politicians within the CPDM