Yaadga:The Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces, Major General Moussa Diallo, visited the forces in the Yaadga region of northern Burkina Faso to galvanize troops engaged in ongoing efforts to ensure peace and security. During his 48-hour visit, he interacted with various units of the 12th Commando Infantry Regiment, which is part of the Fuseau-Ouest sub-group of the GFSN, dedicated to combating terrorist groups.
According to Burkina Information Agency, Major General Diallo conveyed a message from the Head of State, Captain Ibrahim Traore, commending the Defense and Security Forces (FDS) and the Volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland (VDP) for their efforts and achievements against terrorism. He relayed the President's encouragement to maintain high vigilance and discipline to reclaim the country's territory and ensure the safety of its population.
General Diallo expressed confidence in a victorious outcome due to the high morale of the combatants. Captain Bebè Noufe, commanding officer of the 12th RIC, expressed gratitude for the visit, viewing it as a demonstration of the government's support for the fighting forces. He noted that the presence of the military hierarchy provided reassurance of support from the Head of State.
The Chief of the General Staff used this opportunity to engage in discussions with the combatants, listening to their concerns and considering solutions to address them.