Ouagadougou: The President of Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traore, extended his warmest wishes to the Christian community of Burkina Faso on Christmas, highlighting the joy experienced by citizens who have recently returned to their original localities.

According to Burkina Information Agency, President Traore expressed his solidarity with compatriots celebrating the holiday on lands they were previously forced to abandon due to insecurity. In his message broadcast on December 24, 2025, he underscored the significance of this festive occasion as a time for peace, sharing, and fraternity, fostering a unified national community.

Additionally, President Traore acknowledged the efforts of the military forces working to restore national territorial integrity. He urged the Burkinabe people to celebrate Christmas with restraint and dignity, extending his heartfelt wishes for a joyous holiday to all.