Burkina Faso’s President Blaise Compaoré declared a state of emergency and dissolved the government today, as he pledged to open talks with the opposition in an effort to defuse protests sparked by his attempt to extend his presidency.
Compaoré announced the state of emergency and the government’s dissolution in a statement that was read by a presenter on Radio Omega FM.
“A state of emergency is declared across the national territory. The chief of the armed forces is in charge of implementing this decision which enters into effect today,” the statement said.
“I dissolve the government from today so as to create conditions for change. I’m calling on the leaders of the political opposition to put an end to the protests. I’m pledging from today to open talks with all the actors to end the crisis,” it added.
Source: Punch
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