Boussé – The Homeland Defense Front, an organization advocating for national sovereignty, conducted a significant outing on December 3, 2023, in Boussé. The event, led by coordinator Alassane Ouédraogo, was aimed at establishing a provincial office and promoting community entrepreneurship through the Agency for the Promotion of Community Entrepreneurship (APEC).
According to Burkina Information Agency, the main purpose of the visit was to garner support for the MPSR 2 transitional government. The day included an information and awareness session focused on the orientations of the current governance, issues of patriotic commitment, and encouraged subscriptions to promote community shareholding.
Moumouni Kinda, a member of the citizen watch in Boussé, expressed the province of Kourwéogo’s intent to contribute to the government’s objectives by establishing a local branch of the Homeland Defense Front. Alassane Ouédraogo, speaking on behalf of his delegation, delved into the organization’s vision and its commitment to citizen engagement in the fight for national sovereignty.
Ouédraogo highlighted that the Homeland Defense Front, established in 2019, was a response to the security crisis in Burkina Faso, which he attributed to a partisan conception of national interest and a lack of trust among political-military actors. He specifically criticized France’s role, asserting that military cooperation with the former colonial power was counterproductive in the fight against terrorism and even obstructive to the organization and equipping of fighting forces.
The coordinator emphasized the Front’s support for the MPSR2 government led by Ibrahim Traoré, citing its efforts to restore peace, sovereignty, and dignity in Burkina Faso. Ouédraogo praised the government’s actions in strengthening governance, diversifying diplomatic relations, combating terrorism, and promoting socio-economic development.
The event also saw the presentation of the provincial citizen monitoring office, “France must leave,” comprising around twenty members from diverse backgrounds. National coordination spokesperson Pamoussa Ibrahim Ouédraogo underscored the importance of supporting the transitional government and promoting social cohesion and understanding among the province’s communities.
Aïdatou, responsible for registering members, reported a high level of interest in community shareholding subscriptions. Her team extended their stay in Boussé to accommodate the demand.
The meeting concluded with the formal installation of the office of the provincial section of the Homeland Defense Front in Kourwéogo, marking a significant step in the organization’s efforts to influence local governance and community engagement.