Ouagadougou: On the occasion of the 65th anniversary of the National Armed Forces (FAN), a government delegation led by Prime Minister Jean Emmanuel Ouedraogo paid a visit to wounded soldiers at the Alassane Coulibaly Military Hospital, located at Camp Sangoule Lamizana in Ouagadougou.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the visit aimed to honor the sacrifices of those who fell in combat and to provide support to the wounded soldiers. Minister of Defense Celestin Simpore emphasized the importance of remembering fallen soldiers and supporting those who have been injured. The visit was part of the activities commemorating the anniversary under the theme: “The National Armed Forces with the Burkinabe people in the progressive and popular revolution for the safeguarding and sovereign defense of Burkina Faso.”
The delegation also visited a visual arts workshop designed for the wounded soldiers, providing them an avenue for expression and psychological therapy through art. General Simpore commended the soldiers’ determination and creativity, highlighting their efforts to rebuild their lives despite severe injuries.
Wounded Sergeant Nian Salia, serving as the military delegate at the hospital, expressed appreciation for the government’s visit, noting that it reinforced their sense of being remembered and supported. He shared that efforts toward reintegration are ongoing and encouraged his fellow soldiers to remain determined.
Sergeant Salia also discussed the needs of the wounded, such as the development of a gym adapted to their physical conditions, which is currently under consideration. He called for national unity and confidence in the authorities, affirming that Burkina Faso will continue to stand strong.