Toma:The High Commissioner of Nayala, Honoré Frédéric Paré, along with the constituted bodies of the province, observed a minute of silence at 10 a.m. on October 31, 2026, at the High Commission of Toma. This act was in homage to the martyrs of October 30 and 31, 2014, and emphasized the importance of preserving the values of peace, justice, and solidarity.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the commemoration began with a whistle signaling the start of the minute of silence, which served as a moment of communion with the victims of the historic events. Following this, the High Commissioner delivered a message of gratitude and solidarity to the victims and their families. This event marked twelve years since these significant events in Burkina Faso's recent history, with the Nayala region uniting with the rest of the country to honor the memory of those who sacrificed for freedom, dignity, and national honor.
During his address, Honoré Frédéric Paré highlighted the enduring impact of the martyrs' sacrifice, urging citizens to recognize their individual and collective responsibilities in fostering peace, justice, solidarity, and dignity. He also expressed compassion and solidarity with the families of the victims, their loved ones, and all those who continue to feel the effects of these events.
The High Commissioner concluded his message with a tribute to the martyrs and a prayer for divine protection over Burkina Faso and the Nayala province. The commemoration emphasized the importance of keeping the victims' memory alive and translating their sacrifice into tangible commitments to peace, social cohesion, and human dignity.