High Commissioner of Namentenga Promotes Local Product Consumption

Boulsa:The High Commissioner of Namentenga, Adama Conseiga, urged the local population to promote the production, processing, and consumption of Burkinabe products during the second phase of the third edition of the National Day of Patriotic Commitment and Citizen Participation (JEPPC).

According to Burkina Information Agency, Adama Conseiga, accompanied by provincial bodies, praised students for their performance of the national anthem in the Moore language and commended teachers for their attire. He called on all stakeholders, especially women, to support the JEPPC slogan, emphasizing that it is crucial for true sovereignty and collective benefit.

Conseiga also encouraged the community to actively participate in the rabies vaccination campaign set to commence on October 6, 2026, in the commune of Boulsa. During a flag-raising ceremony at Boulsa 'C' school, a message from the Head of State was read, highlighting the slogan: "Produce, process and consume Burkinabe."

On this occasion, Bernard Kabore Ouedraogo, the provincial director of preschool, primary, and non-formal education, acknowledged the dedication of education stakeholders and partners in advancing food sovereignty. He noted that 95% of functioning schools in the province manage canteens autonomously through the establishment of fields, school gardens, and the collection of cereals.

Kabore Ouedraogo stated that the motto "Produce, process and consume Burkinabe" is being implemented in Namentenga's education sector, enhancing canteen autonomy and promoting local products among students.

Additionally, Saïdou Tiendrebeogo, director of Boulsa 'C' school, shared that the school adopted Koko Dunda as its uniform, supporting locally made products. He noted that the adoption of this Made in Burkina label is gradually spreading among students and teaching staff.