BOUSSÉ — The Homeland Defense Front (FDP) of Kourweogo province made a notable contribution to Burkina Faso’s patriotic support fund, presenting a donation of 232,600 CFA francs on Wednesday, aimed at bolstering national defense efforts and local development initiatives.
According to Burkina Information Agency, a spokesperson for the FDP and a Volunteer for the Defense of the Homeland (VDP), the donation reflects the group’s commitment to national security and sovereignty. During the ceremony, Kinda paid tribute to the sacrifices made by the FDS and VDP in combating terrorism and stressed the importance of mobilizing all citizens in defense of the country. He highlighted the donation as a response to the call from Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the Head of State, urging all Burkinabès to contribute to the defense efforts.
Salif Ouédraogo, the leader of the FDP movement in Kourweogo, emphasized that the group, having advocated for and achieved the withdrawal of French forces, now seeks to aid the government by mobilizing resources. These efforts are not only aimed at supporting the peace initiative but also at enabling the government to generate its own financial resources for sustainable development.
In addition to financial contributions, the FDP has been actively involved in local development actions such as public health and reforestation projects in Boussé. The provincial coordinator of the FDP hinted at further interventions and projects planned for the near future.
The High Commissioner of Kourweogo province, Siaka Barro, expressed his appreciation for the FDP’s contribution and encouraged other local groups to emulate this example of dedication to the nation.