OUAGADOUGOU: Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) President Dr Tulia Ackson has praised Burkina Faso for making progress in the fight against terrorism, saying the return of displaced people to areas recovered from extremist groups signals a major step towards restoring normal life. Dr Tulia explained that the government’s efforts to resettle returning communities and restore essential services such as education, clean water and economic opportunities demonstrated progress in rebuilding areas once affected by extremist violence. “I have also received reports that citizens have returned to live in liberated areas.
This is a significant achievement in ensuring that returning communities have access to essential services, including education, clean and safe water, as well as opportunities to resume economic activities and their normal lives,” she said. She made the remarks after a working session with a Burkina Faso government delegation attended by four cabinet ministers, following the conclusion of the main dialogue during her official visit to the West African nation. The ministers briefed Dr Tulia on ongoing counter-terrorism operations and government measures to strengthen national security and restore stability in communities previously affected by extremist groups.
Dr Tulia also commended Burkina Faso’s Head of State, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, for his leadership in tackling the country’s security challenges while advancing its development agenda. ALSO READ: Dr Tulia tours Burkina Faso in IPU’s bid to deepen inter-parliamentary ties, security Despite the security situation, the government delegation said the country was continuing to implement development programmes in key areas, including healthcare, education, domestic revenue mobilisation, human rights, foreign affairs and the protection of national sovereignty. Dr Tulia further praised cooperation between Burkina Faso and neighbouring countries in confronting terrorism, describing regional collaboration as vital to improving security across the wider Sahel.
“We will convey a positive message about Burkina Faso, highlighting the government’s strong commitment to ensuring the country remains safe and stable, not only for the benefit of Burkina Faso but also for the entire Sahel region,” she affirmed. The post Tulia hails Burkina Faso’s war on terror appeared first on Daily News.
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