Fada N'Gourma:The Goulmou region has officially launched the League of Sovereignty, an initiative designed to promote national sporting talents and strengthen social cohesion. The launch took place during the monthly ceremony of raising the national colors at the regional customs directorate in Goulmou.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the ceremony was chaired by the Governor of the Goulmou region, Ram Joseph Kafando, under the theme "National armed forces and military units for a sovereign defense of the homeland." It was attended by administrative, military, judicial, customary, and religious authorities, as well as representatives of constituted bodies.
The Regional Director of Customs for Goulmou, Divisional Inspector Franck Ouédraogo, expressed appreciation for the choice of his facility to host the event. He emphasized the importance of collaboration between institutions and communities in securing and developing the region, noting that customs officers continue their missions to combat fraud and secure public revenue despite security challenges.
Governor Kafando praised the mobilization of active forces and highlighted the significance of the ceremony as a moment to reaffirm patriotic values. He honored the National Armed Forces, the Internal Security Forces, and the Volunteers for the Defence of the Homeland for their dedication to combating insecurity, and paid tribute to the fallen soldiers.
Kafando also urged defense and security forces, along with state services, to remain committed to fighting smuggling and practices detrimental to the country's security and development. He explained that the Sovereignty League, a presidential initiative led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré, aims to use football as a tool for detecting, training, and promoting young talent, while fostering discipline and social cohesion.
The regional authority has called on sports stakeholders, club officials, coaches, and local authorities to join efforts in making the Goulmou Sovereignty League a model of sporting and patriotic excellence. A meeting has been scheduled to present and validate proposals for the visual identity of the regional team, including colors, logo, jerseys, and mascot.