The military in Burkina Faso on Monday, January 24, said that President Roque Marc Kabore is no longer exercising his powers, and power is passing into their hands. This is reported by the portal Lefaso.
The Patriot Movement for Defense and Recovery made the decision on January 24, 2022 to end the reign of Rock Mark Kristen Kabore. The decision was taken for the sole purpose of allowing our country unite all forces to fight for territorial integrity,” the message says.
The military added that the country’s land and air borders will be closed from Monday, January 24, until further notice. In addition, there is a curfew on the territory of the state from 21:00 to 5:00.
The suspension of the constitution and the dissolution of the government and parliament were also announced.
Earlier in the day, it became known that the President of Burkina Faso, Roque Marc Christian Kabore, was detained by the military and is being held at one of the army bases.
A day earlier, a military mutiny occurred at a number of army bases in Burkina Faso. The French radio station RFI noted that complete uncertainty remains in the capital of Burkina Faso, Ouagadougou, the rebels made demands from six points, among which is a complete change of military command.
Source: IZ
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