Ouagadougou: Sierra Leonean President Julius Maada Bio has reaffirmed his country’s support for Burkina Faso during a meeting with President Ibrahim Traore. The meeting, part of a friendship and working visit, aimed to solidify the relationship between the two nations.
According to Burkina Information Agency, President Bio reiterated Sierra Leone’s solidarity with Burkina Faso in light of the challenges it has faced for several years. He emphasized the importance of unity and pledged to assist in efforts to restore peace. “We are brothers; we cannot be divided. My visit is a gesture of solidarity, to show the President and people of Burkina Faso that they are not alone. We will do everything possible to bring peace back to this country,” stated President Bio.
He further highlighted that development and peace are essential priorities and that nations in the region must collaborate to achieve these goals. President Bio noted, “This is my second visit, because we must show our solidarity with a country that is making great efforts, but is hampered by the security situation,” expressing his commitment on behalf of ECOWAS and Sierra Leone.
The meeting also focused on fostering peace and unity among West African nations. President Bio, drawing on his experience as a former military leader during a time of conflict in his own country, shared valuable insights with President Traore. He stressed the importance of preserving the unity of the West African family, underscoring the shared interests and challenges faced by the region.