The Burkina Faso authorities are waiting for a judicial response from Côte d'Ivoire in the case involving Ivoirian activist Camille Makosso. According to LeFaso.net, Makosso is facing judicial proceedings for allegedly apologizing for terrorism and complicating terrorist activities. The case is one of six judicial proceedings opened against 45 individuals and entities, with several suspects residing abroad.
On November 13, 2026, the Public Prosecutor near the Court of Appeal of Ouagadougou, Désiré Sawadogo, held a press conference to clarify the expectations of the Burkinabè authorities regarding foreign individuals targeted by terrorism-related proceedings. Sawadogo stated that arrest warrants had been issued for some suspects residing outside Burkina Faso, including Makosso.
The Burkinabè authorities are seeking cooperation from countries where suspects reside, including Côte d'Ivoire, the United States, and France. According to Sawadogo, for non-Burkinabè individuals like Makosso, they expect the countries where these individuals reside to initiate prosecutions. The facts attributed to Makosso have yet to be established within the framework of the judicial proceedings.
Since the news began circulating on social media and was relayed by several media outlets, Makosso has not officially spoken out. However, he reacted on his Facebook page with an enigmatic post: "The undefeated general," accompanied by a portrait of himself in military attire. This publication generated significant engagement and comments.
The case against Makosso is part of a broader effort by the Burkinabè authorities to combat terrorism. The country has been facing security challenges, and the authorities have been working to bring perpetrators to justice. The cooperation of other countries is crucial in this effort, as many suspects reside abroad.
The Ivoirian authorities have not yet publicly commented on the case or their potential cooperation with the Burkinabè authorities. It remains to be seen how Côte d'Ivoire will respond to the request for judicial cooperation and what implications this may have for Makosso and other suspects.
The developments in this case will be closely watched by those following the security situation in the region. The outcome may have significant implications for the fight against terrorism in Burkina Faso and beyond. Key points include the Burkinabè authorities' efforts to secure judicial cooperation from other countries and the potential consequences for Makosso and other suspects.
Key points
- The Burkinabè authorities are seeking cooperation from Côte d'Ivoire and other countries to prosecute suspects in terrorism-related cases.
- Ivoirian activist Camille Makosso is accused of apologizing for terrorism and faces judicial proceedings in Burkina Faso.
- The case is part of a broader effort by the Burkinabè authorities to combat terrorism and bring perpetrators to justice.
