Following violent protests in Burkina Faso over
President Blaise Compaore‘s
attempt to extend his 27-year-rule, he has resigned, and the military has taken
over the ruling of the country.
BBC reports that the Compaore, announced his
resignation via a statement read on television,
Here’s an excerpt:
“In order to
preserve the democratic gains, as well as social peace, I declare a power
vacuum to allow the establishment of a transition leading to free and fair
elections within a maximum of 90 days. For my part, I think I have fulfilled my
duty.”Military Chief Honore Traore has taken over
as head of state.
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