Ouagadougou: The president of the National Commission of the Confederation of Sahel States (CN-CES), Bassolma Bazi©, declared Saturday that “everyone must understand that we are mounted on a generational fragmentation explosive device as part of the fight against imperialism.”
According to Burkina Information Agency, Bazi© was speaking at a public conference themed “The Alliance of Sahel States and its challenges.” He emphasized that the struggle pursued by the Sahel countries is unsettling imperialism, which is employing various means to destabilize the region. Bazi© warned of the dangers, stating, “The machine we are riding on, if we play around, when it explodes, it will not only take us, but also our children who are not yet born.”
The president further explained that the adversaries they face are preparing for a “type of human cleansing” that will be profound and strategic. As a result, he asserted that the people of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) must prepare themselves consciously and consistently to counteract these threats. Bazi© stressed the seriousness of their mission, stating, “Once we are aware of this, we must understand that if we want to follow in the footsteps of our liberation, it is not a game.”
Bazi© also reflected on the broader significance of the Confederation of Sahel States, describing it as a reconstruction of everything that the people have lost as human beings bearing universal values. He acknowledged the arduous journey ahead, noting that the path is long, difficult, and complex.
He highlighted that the revolution led by the leaders of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger represents a significant departure from past practices and behaviors. Yet, he cautioned that this break cannot be sudden and without repercussions. He commended Captain Ibrahim Traor© of Burkina Faso, General Abdourahmane Tiani of Niger, and Colonel Assimi Gota of Mali for their commitment to their countries’ sovereignty, noting the personal risks they have taken.
Bazi© concluded with a call for integrity among his people, stating, “We, black people, must be honest, upright and correct.”
