The funeral of Col. Maj. Fofié Kouakou Martin, former commander of the 2nd military region of Daloa, took place on October 10, 2026, in his hometown of Bohi, in the Gontougo region of Côte d'Ivoire. The ceremony was attended by several high-ranking officials, including the Chief of Staff of the Air Force, Gen. N'Guessan Koffi Alfred, and the Minister of State, Kobenan Kouassi Adjoumani. The event was marked by military honors and traditional rites, showcasing the respect and recognition of the Ivoirian military and local community for the deceased officer.
The burial ceremony began with a military ceremony, which included a guard of honor and a ceremony to honor the deceased, in accordance with the protocol of the Ivoirian Armed Forces (FACI). The symbolic handover of the flag, libations, and traditional rites were also part of the proceedings. The Kingdom of Brong was represented by the Chief of the Pinango province, Nanan Dibi II, and other traditional dignitaries, demonstrating the recognition of the local chefferie for the late officer.
The ceremony was attended by several prominent figures, including the Prefect of the Gontougo region, Kouadio Gbongbo André, the Deputy of Bondoukou, Koffi Maizan Noël, and the Mayor of Bondoukou, Ouattara Anzoumana. The event was also marked by exchanges between the authorities and the families present, highlighting the importance of the occasion. The Ivoirian Armed Forces showed their solidarity by offering 4.2 million FCFA to the family of the deceased.
In addition to the Ivoirian Armed Forces' contribution, other officials made donations to support the family and the organization of the funeral. The Minister of State, Kobenan Kouassi Adjoumani, contributed 3.7 million FCFA, while the Minister of Health, Pierre Dimba, donated 2 million FCFA. The Mayor of Bondoukou also made a significant contribution to the cause.
Before his burial, Col. Maj. Fofié Kouakou Martin received military honors on Friday at the General de corps d'armée Ouattara Paul Thomas d'Acquin place d'armes in Abidjan-Plateau. The ceremony was attended by several high-ranking officials, including the Vice Prime Minister, Minister of Defense, Téné Birahima Ouattara, and the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, Gen. Lassina Doumbia.
A religious and traditional vigil was held on the night of October 9-10 at the public square of Bohi, after the transfer of the body from Abidjan to Bondoukou. Col. Maj. Fofié Kouakou Martin was born in 1968 and passed away on August 9, 2026, at the age of 58. He had a distinguished military career, serving in various positions, including commander of the 2nd military region of Daloa until his death on March 6, 2023.
Col. Maj. Fofié Kouakou Martin's military career spanned over three decades, with various positions held since he joined the Ivoirian Armed Forces on January 4, 1989. He served in the artillery unit and later became the commander of the Korhogo territorial company. He was promoted to commander of the 2nd military region in 2023, a position he held until his passing.
Key points
- Col. Maj. Fofié Kouakou Martin was laid to rest in his hometown of Bohi, Côte d'Ivoire, with full military honors and traditional rites.
- The Ivoirian Armed Forces and government officials showed their solidarity with the family of the deceased through significant donations.
- Col. Maj. Fofié Kouakou Martin had a distinguished 37-year military career, serving in various positions within the Ivoirian Armed Forces.
