By Burnett Munthali
On April 30, 2025, Captain Ibrahim Traoré took to his official page to express his deep gratitude and appreciation to the peace-loving, freedom-loving patriots, and pan-Africanists who supported his vision for a new and liberated Burkina Faso and Africa.
In his message, he thanked the global community for rallying around his cause on that significant day, acknowledging their unwavering support for the ideals of freedom and justice.
“I would like to express my gratitude to all the peace-loving, freedom-loving patriots and pan-Africanists who rallied around the world on Wednesday, April 30, 2025,” he wrote. “Your support is invaluable to us as we continue our journey to create a new Burkina Faso and a new Africa.”
Traoré’s words conveyed a powerful message of hope and determination, as he highlighted the commitment shared by those who stood in solidarity with his vision of a free, sovereign, and dignified Africa, free from the oppressive forces of imperialism and neo-colonialism.
He further stated that the active solidarity demonstrated by his supporters strengthened his resolve and affirmed the justification of the struggle.
“Your active solidarity and this demonstration of sympathy strengthens our conviction that the fight we are waging for a fairer and more equitable world is justified,” Traoré added.
Traoré made it clear that the struggle for justice and equality was not an easy one, but it was a battle that he and his supporters would not back down from.
“We will never bend our backs in the face of adversity,” he declared. “We will stand firm until our peoples are truly emancipated.”
The message echoed the unyielding spirit of resistance, and Traoré emphasized the certainty of victory, believing that with the strength of his supporters, the forces of oppression would ultimately be defeated.
“With you, we are certain that victory over the forces of evil is at hand,” he said, inspiring hope and confidence among his followers.
Traoré’s call to action was not just about the fight for Burkina Faso’s freedom, but also about the collective fight for Africa’s liberation from the grips of imperialism and neo-colonialism.
“Together, in solidarity, we will defeat imperialism and neo-colonialism for a free, dignified, and sovereign Africa,” he concluded, reinforcing the importance of unity and collective action in the quest for a better future.
His message serves as a reminder of the power of solidarity in the face of adversity and the crucial role that global unity plays in the fight for justice and freedom.
Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s words resonate beyond Burkina Faso, representing a broader vision for an Africa that is not just free from external domination but also free to chart its own course, in dignity and sovereignty.
