Bobo-Dioulasso:499 student firefighters from the 24th graduating class have completed their training.

According to Burkina Information Agency, Colonel Daba Naon, Commander of the National Fire Brigade (BNSP), presided over the official graduation ceremony for the 24th class of firefighter trainees from the National Firefighters Academy (ENASAP) on Friday, October 23, 2026, in Bobo-Dioulasso. This new class, which includes 10 female military personnel, will bolster the BNSP's ranks and enhance its intervention capabilities for the benefit of the population.

The ceremony featured several highlights, including official speeches, the naming of the graduating class, the donning of epaulettes, the performance of the class song, and a presentation of the firefighter's code of ethics. These elements served to remind the new recruits of the discipline, dedication, and availability required in their commitment. The graduating class was named "Sergeant Drabo Issa," embodying the values and ideals upheld by the new firefighters.

The trainee firefighters showcased their skills acquired during five months of training through gymnastic exercises, rescue demonstrations, rappelling, and a rescue board exercise. These performances highlighted their physical abilities, mastery of operational techniques, and readiness for the demands of future missions.

The ceremony concluded with a military parade, featuring the march of the student firefighters and participation from other Defense and Security Forces from the Bobo-Dioulasso garrison, demonstrating cohesion and camaraderie. With this new graduating class, the BNSP continues to strengthen its human resources, essential for carrying out its rescue, relief, and disaster response missions.