Military Cemetery Cleanup Marks 66th Anniversary of National Armed Forces

Djibo:The Defense and Security Forces, along with the Volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland and local residents, engaged in a cleanup operation at the military cemetery on Thursday, October 29, 2026. This initiative was part of the celebrations for the 66th anniversary of the National Armed Forces.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the effort was led by Captain POIGNARD, commander of the 22nd Rapid Intervention Battalion. Participants worked together to clear weeds and maintain the cemetery's appearance.

The event was attended by the presidents of the special delegations from the communes of Djibo and Nassoumbou. Local residents participated enthusiastically, supporting the forces in the cleanup efforts.

The anniversary celebrations are set to continue with a popular cross-country race on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Dubai field in Djibo. The event invites participation from the public, as well as civilian, military, and paramilitary stakeholders, with the gathering scheduled to begin at 700 AM.