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The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry has condemned what it described as a terrorist attack that killed eight Ghanaian tomato traders in northern Burkina Faso.
In a press release issued on February 18, the Ministry said it had received “with deep sorrow the tragic news of the killing of Ghanaian tomato traders in a terrorist attack at Titao in Northern Burkina Faso.”
According to the statement, eight Ghanaian nationals were confirmed dead, while others sustained injuries in the attack, which took place in what the Ministry called “a volatile security zone affected by extremist activity.”
The Ministry strongly denounced the incident, describing it as “an act of violence against innocent traders engaged in legitimate commercial activities.”
It said the Government, acting through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, the Ministry of the Interior and Ghana’s diplomatic mission, is working closely with authorities in Burkina Faso to support those affected.
“Government… is working closely with the authorities in Burkina Faso to ensure that all survivors who have since been evacuated, receive necessary medical care and support,” the statement said.
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The Ministry also expressed sympathy to the families of the victims and the wider trading community.
“The Ministry extends its deepest condolences to the bereaved families and the entire trading community,” it stated. “Government stands in solidarity with the victims and bereaved families in these difficult time and remains committed to providing the appropriate assistance.”
The statement added that, in collaboration with national security agencies and regional partners, Government will continue efforts to strengthen cross-border security cooperation and protect Ghanaian traders operating within the sub-region.
It further reassured the public of “Government’s unwavering commitment to protecting Ghanaian businesses and citizens home and abroad.”
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