Titao:The Provincial Directorate of Preschool, Primary and Non-Formal Education (DPEPPNF) of Loroum organized a significant event in Titao to celebrate and promote local dishes. This initiative was part of the second phase of the National Days of Patriotic Commitment and Citizen Participation (JEPPC).
According to Burkina Information Agency, the event was chaired by Captain Djibril Bassole, the High Commissioner of Loroum, and was under the patronage of Sidiki Ganame, President of the special delegation of Titao. The primary goal was to encourage the consumption of locally produced goods, thereby enhancing local know-how and contributing to the economic growth of the area.
Sidiki Ganame emphasized the importance of consuming local products as a means to promote cultural heritage and economic development. He urged the community to prioritize local goods to increase their economic value. The event was well-received, with Ganame noting the diverse array of dishes and the participants' enthusiasm as indicators of the initiative's success.
Aguiratou Ouedraogo highlighted the day's focus on showcasing traditional dishes from Loroum such as hara, gapal, and guelgoma, which are rich in nutrients. The event underscored the local culinary heritage's richness and the role of education in fostering patriotic values and civic participation.
The DPEPPNF of Loroum aims to further promote local consumption and economic sovereignty, aligning with the Head of State's call for a cultural and dietary return to roots, as stated by the provincial director.