Léo:Nebnooma Alimata Sebgo has been officially installed as the head of the Public Prosecutor's Office at the High Court of Léo. This appointment makes her the first woman to lead this court in Burkina Faso. She takes over from Hamed Ouattara, who has moved on to an advisory role at the Court of Appeal of Ouagadougou.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the installation ceremony took place at the High Court of Léo and was led by Hervé Démé, President of the institution. The event saw attendance from various dignitaries, including the Attorney General of Faso and High Commissioners of Sissili and Ziro, as well as officials from the Defense and Security Forces (FDS), religious, and customary authorities.

Sebgo, who previously served as Deputy Prosecutor at the Ouaga 1 High Court, emphasized the significant responsibilities of her new role. She stated that justice serves as a guarantor of individual freedoms and is vital against arbitrariness. She affirmed her commitment to addressing security and social challenges with rigor and accessibility, aiming to expedite procedures and bring justice closer to citizens.

The ceremony also paid tribute to the outgoing prosecutor, Hamed Ouattara, who was noted for having no criminal cases between February and June 2026. Ouattara encouraged continued support for Sebgo and emphasized the importance of the prosecutor's office being approachable and ensuring justice prevails.

His Majesty Lio-Pio Dan-Zwè, Chief of the Léo canton, expressed mixed feelings over the transition, highlighting a productive relationship with Ouattara and expressing hope for a successful tenure for Sebgo.

This transition marks a new chapter for the High Court of Léo in its mission to serve and protect the citizens of Sissili and Ziro provinces.

Source Burkina Information Agency