Nayala: The new traditional chief of the village of Koin, located in the commune of Toma, has been officially enthroned under the regnal name of Douti Bemba. The ceremony was highlighted by blessings, supportive messages, and calls for unity among the villagers.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the event took place in the village market square, attracting administrative, customary, and religious authorities, alongside a large crowd of onlookers. The High Commissioner of Nayala extended his congratulations to the new chief, emphasizing the vital role of traditional leadership in maintaining cultural values, fostering social cohesion, and promoting peace within the community.

He urged Douti Bemba to unite all residents of Koin and collaborate with administrative authorities and local communities to advance village development. The ceremony commenced with traditional blessings led by the chief of the land, symbolically marked by the offering of a white rooster.

A spokesperson for the family and residents of Koin expressed congratulations to the new chief, urging him to work towards strengthening unity across the village's five districts. The choice of the regnal name "Bemba" was praised as a symbol of harmony and cohesion. The representative of the chief of the canton of Toma highlighted the importance of respecting customary authority and explained the symbolic significance of the attributes, such as the hat and cane, bestowed upon the new chief as signs of responsibility and community guidance.

Speakers at the ceremony called on the community to support the new leader in his mission, aiming to enhance peace, solidarity, and local development. The ceremony concluded with blessings and congratulations for the new traditional chief, marking the beginning of a reign focused on unity and progress.