Ouagadougou: The High Commission of Sapouy was the venue for the official closing ceremony of civic and patriotic training activities for students in the intermediate classes of Ziro province this past weekend. The event, presided over by the High Commissioner of the Ziro province, Saba Zorom©, saw participation from provincial authorities, paramilitary officials, department heads, and educational stakeholders, all gathered in a solemn and serene atmosphere.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the ceremony featured enthusiastic applause and a display of discipline, patriotism, and social cohesion among participants. The president of the special delegation (PDS) of Sapouy lauded the students for their active engagement and exemplary behavior during the activities, encouraging supervisors to continue nurturing these achievements.

The provincial director of Secondary Education and Vocational and Technical Training in Ziro expressed gratitude to the authorities and Defense and Security Forces (FDS) for their unwavering support. Seventeen institutions participated in this inaugural edition, involving 5,538 students. The director noted positive behavioral changes among learners, with hopes for a significant impact on their academic performance and civic involvement.

High Commissioner Saba Zorom© highlighted the importance of civic and patriotic education, emphasizing the country's commitment to correcting youth behavioral issues and fostering patriotic and civic engagement. He praised the security forces for their role in training the students and acknowledged the educators as architects of the nation's education system.

Participants in the program expressed satisfaction with the six-week immersion, which included community activities such as cleaning operations at various local sites. This initiative marks a promising start toward reinforcing civic values, duty, and patriotic commitment among young students in Ziro province.