Banzon:The president of the special delegation of Banzon, Si Poda, led a flag-raising ceremony on October 7, 2026, urging the community to prioritize local products and support the "Made in Burkina" initiative.
According to Burkina Information Agency, during the event, Poda conveyed a message from the President of Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traor, marking the second phase of the third edition of the National Days of Patriotic Engagement and Citizen Participation. The theme was "Let's produce Burkinabè, let's consume Burkinabè!" with the slogan "All for Made in Burkina."
Poda encouraged attendees to act on this directive by prioritizing Burkinabè products, emphasizing that local consumption supports national producers and processors and aids in the development of the Burkinabè economy. To ensure broad understanding, Adama Traor translated and explained the presidential message in Dioula.
Additionally, the deputy commander of the Banzon gendarmerie brigade, Wièma Kientega, addressed the importance of safety, reminding motorcyclists to wear protective helmets at all times. He also called on officers to lead by example and adhere to regulations.