The Burkinabè people and Africans gathered in a historic mobilization to celebrate the Night of the Revolutionary People's Party (RPP) on September 30, 2026. The event, held under the slogan "The people watch over their Revolution," took place across the country and at diplomatic missions. In Ouagadougou, the Place de la Révolution was packed with thousands of people from all walks of life, alongside pan-African leaders who came to express their admiration and support for Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the leader of the revolution.
The celebration, which officially started at 6 PM and went on until 2 AM, featured various activities, including a review of the RPP's history, achievements over the past four years, and a focus on the party's manifesto. The event also included the execution of the national anthem, "le ditanyè," and four minutes of standing ovation to mark Captain Ibrahim Traoré's four years in power. The Prime Minister, Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo, praised the mobilization as "historic and exceptional."
Abdoul Karim, a trader from Ouagadougou's Grand Market, was among the attendees, wearing T-shirts with images of Captain Thomas Sankara and Captain Ibrahim Traoré. He described Captain Ibrahim Traoré as the successor to Thomas Sankara, saying, "He is doing the work of his father." Karim expressed his admiration for the captain, citing his efforts to fight terrorism and develop the country.
Rachid Dicko, another attendee, also expressed his satisfaction with Captain Ibrahim Traoré's four years in power, citing significant progress on various fronts. He encouraged young people to be loyal, dignified, and committed to the cause, and to avoid taking the easy way out. The event also drew pan-African leaders, including Wilfried Ekanga, a Cameroonian political scientist and writer, who traveled to Ouagadougou to show his support.
The Night of the RPP was marked by a strong cultural presence, with artistic performances and a festive atmosphere. The event was seen as a show of support for Captain Ibrahim Traoré and his revolution, with many attendees expressing their commitment to the cause. The mobilization was also seen as a demonstration of the Burkinabè people's resilience and determination in the face of challenges.
The celebration was not limited to Ouagadougou, as events were held across the country and at diplomatic missions. The Night of the RPP was a moment for the Burkinabè people to come together and reflect on their revolution, as well as to look to the future. The event was also seen as an opportunity for pan-African leaders to show their solidarity with Captain Ibrahim Traoré and his government.
The historic mobilization demonstrated the strong support for Captain Ibrahim Traoré and his revolution, with thousands of people gathering to celebrate the Night of the RPP. The event was marked by a sense of patriotism and commitment to the cause, with attendees expressing their admiration for the captain and his efforts to develop the country and fight terrorism.
Key points
- Captain Ibrahim Traoré's efforts to fight terrorism and develop the country have earned him strong support from the Burkinabè people and Africans.
