Toma:Provincial authorities, the Defense and Security Forces (FDS), and residents of Nayala province participated in a cross-country race and helmet awareness campaign in Toma on Friday. Organized by the Toma town hall in collaboration with the Provincial Coordination of Citizen Watch Associations (CPAVC), the event aimed to promote road safety and physical activity.

According to Burkina Information Agency, Police Lieutenant Kassoum Dabir briefed the participants on safety rules and the importance of wearing helmets, emphasizing the need for helmets that fit properly and are correctly adjusted. He underscored the necessity of wearing a helmet for even short journeys, urging users of two- and three-wheeled vehicles to adopt this habit consistently.

Statistics presented by Comrade Dabir K. revealed that Burkina Faso recorded 1,450 accidents, 155 injuries, and 69 deaths in September 2026. Notably, Toma reported no official accidents to the police during the same period.

After the awareness session, participants walked through several of the city's main thoroughfares, including areas around the Joseph Ki-Zerbo roundabout, the Gu Issa Par roundabout, and the market, before arriving at the town hall. The event concluded with an aerobics session.

Adama Diallo, the provincial secretary general, praised the mobilization and encouraged the population to engage in civic initiatives and promote social values amid a challenging national context. Nakanabo Yaya, representing the provincial sports directorate, highlighted the importance of regular physical activity and announced forthcoming sports initiatives.

The organizers aim to enhance awareness of helmet use and encourage the people of Nayala to adopt responsible road behavior and integrate sport into their daily lives.