Dakola Border Police Station Upgraded to International Standards with IOM Support

DAKOLA – On March 28, 2024, the Minister Delegate responsible for Security, Divisional Police Commissioner Mahamadou Sana, presided over the inauguration of the Dakola border police station. This significant development, situated on the frontier between Burkina Faso and Ghana, represents a collaborative achievement between the Burkinabe government and the International Organization for Migration (IOM).

According to Burkina Information Agency, a representative of the IOM, the construction of the Dakola facility was made possible through the effective partnership between Burkina Faso’s government and the international body. The new infrastructure is designed to align with international standards in migration management, specifically in the processing of passengers. Equipped with the MIDAS system—an integrated computerized tool for managing migration data—the station is set to enhance the operational capabilities of border personnel.

The establishment of the Dakola border police station, featuring state-of-the-art equipment, aims to instill a sense of pride among local populations and refurbish the image of Burkina Faso internationally. The president of the special delegation of the commune of Pô, Ilassa Dianda, and the representative of the traditional chief of Dakola, Salif Ayiyaré Koudoguèri, both underscored the facility’s significance as a national showcase.

Minister Sana lauded the local community’s enthusiastic reception of the project, highlighting the crucial role of border post personnel in bolstering security in remote regions. He also commended the IOM and its partners for their ongoing trust in Burkina Faso, acknowledging the challenges faced by the country.

In his remarks, Sana pledged to ensure the efficient management of the new infrastructure and equipment, in cooperation with all stakeholders involved in its operation. The inauguration ceremony was also marked by blessings from the customary authorities of Dakola, who prayed for the success of forces engaged in national defense efforts.

Additionally, the event celebrated the commissioning of border posts at Hamélé and Kosso in the South-West region and Lan in the Center-West region, further strengthening Burkina Faso’s border security infrastructure.