Burkina Faso citizens rally for President Traoré
Hundreds gathered in Bobo-Dioulasso on October 31, 2026, to express support for the RPP and the president.
Hundreds of people gathered in Bobo-Dioulasso on Saturday, October 31, 2026, to show support for the Révolution progressiste populaire (RPP) and President Ibrahim Traoré. The Coordination nationale des associations de veille citoyenne (CNAVC), Houet section, organized the meeting at Tiéfo Amoro square, drawing diverse groups including students, farmers, and public servants.
Speakers representing various sectors voiced their backing for the government's initiatives in education, security, and agricultural development. Delegations from Tuy and Kénédougou specifically acknowledged the efforts of the defense forces and VDP volunteers. Lieutenant-colonel Lassané Porgo, speaking for the fighting forces, thanked the population for their support in combating terrorism and urged continued cohesion.
The CNAVC-Houet's general secretary, Moussa Traoré, read a motion reaffirming total adherence to the RPP's ideals of national sovereignty and endogenous development. The motion also expressed solidarity with those affected by the security crisis and encouraged responsible citizen mobilization against disinformation.
Why it mattersHundreds of citizens in Bobo-Dioulasso reaffirmed their support for President Ibrahim Traoré and the RPP, showing solidarity with national development and security efforts.