Pô:The Governor of the Nazinon region, Yvette Nacoulma/Sanou, presided over the closing ceremony of the national tour for the winners of the 22nd edition of the National Culture Week (SNC) in Pô. The event, held on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, was marked by artistic performances that celebrated the cultural diversity of Burkina Faso.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the ceremony featured a victory anthem sung by the audience, speeches, and performances by local artists, artistic ensembles, and winners of the SNC. These performances were the highlights of an evening dedicated to showcasing Burkinabe culture.

For more than four hours, artists took to the stage, providing the public with a vibrant display of colors and cultural expressions. Ilassa Dianda, President of the Special Delegation of the commune of Pô, expressed his satisfaction with the selection of his commune to host a leg of the national tour. He emphasized the role of culture in preserving and promoting cultural heritage.

Oumarou Bado, the representative of the tour's sponsor, highlighted culture's critical role in building collective identity and noted its importance for community identity and cohesion. Meanwhile, Governor Yvette Nacoulma/Sanou, on behalf of Minister Jacques Sosthene Dingara, praised Pô for its cultural heritage and tourist potential, expressing gratitude to the partners and supporters who contributed to the event's success.

The national tour aims to promote artistic talents and enhance the appreciation of Burkina Faso's cultural diversity across the country's regions.