Laye:The National Gendarmerie has officially assumed security responsibilities from the National Police in the department of Laye. The transition was marked by a handover ceremony held on Friday, October 16, 2026, under the leadership of Seydou Millogo, President of the special delegation (PDS) of the commune of Laye, with local officials in attendance.

According to Burkina Information Agency, this change is part of a broader reorganization of the territorial security system. Seydou Millogo emphasized the importance of the occasion, both as a tribute to the outgoing police officers and a commitment to the incoming gendarmes. He highlighted the continuity of the mission to serve the nation, protect its people, and maintain peace, regardless of the change in institutions and uniforms.

Millogo called upon local authorities, technical services, the Volunteers for the Defence of the Homeland (VDP), and the community to continue their collaboration with the National Gendarmerie to ensure the success of its mission. He reaffirmed that security is a collective responsibility, expressing gratitude to the National Police for their service and extending best wishes to the National Gendarmerie.

The Commander of the gendarmerie company, Adama Benon, expressed appreciation for the support from authorities during the reorganization. He acknowledged the foundation laid by the police and committed to continuing efforts with professionalism and community engagement.

Provincial Director of the National Police of Kourweogo, Jean Rodrigue Compaoré, thanked the police staff for their service and welcomed the gendarmerie. He encouraged the community to support the new brigade commander, Chief Warrant Officer Lassan Kafando, who replaced Police Commissioner Arsène Clavaire Traoré as the first commander of the Laye territorial brigade. Compaoré also assured ongoing support from the National Police amidst ongoing security challenges.