Baku:Sanguie The new provincial director of public procurement and financial commitment control for Sanguie, Soumana Toure, was officially installed in his position at the High Commission of the province. He succeeds Yaya Sourabie, who will serve in another province.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the handover ceremony took place under the leadership of the High Commissioner of Sanguie, Talari Germaine Ouoba, with the attendance of administrative authorities, local leaders, and other key stakeholders. Toure, appointed by the Council of Ministers on September 24, 2026, expressed gratitude to the Ministry of Economy and Finance for their confidence and acknowledged the achievements of his predecessor.

Toure emphasized the importance of his department in maintaining procedural regularity and transparency in public spending. He highlighted that financial control should mitigate risks and support public entities in adhering to regulations, rather than be seen as mere bureaucracy. Toure called for a balance between securing public spending and ensuring administrative efficiency.

He encouraged his colleagues to focus on punctuality, teamwork, and integrity. Toure also stressed the importance of dialogue and transparency with local government officials to ensure compliance with regulations. High Commissioner Ouoba commended the outgoing director, Yaya Sourabie, for his professionalism and collaborative spirit, and urged the new director to continue public service continuity while adapting to new ministry guidelines.

The High Commissioner pledged support from provincial authorities to aid Toure in his mission. Yaya Sourabie expressed gratitude to his colleagues and partners during his tenure in Sanguie as he transitions to a new role in another province.