Aboubacar Sangoulé Lamizana
Aboubacar Sangoulé Lamizana was a prominent military officer and politician who served as the President of Burkina Faso, then known as Haute-Volta, from 1966 to 1980. Born in 1916, Lamizana played a significant role in the country's political landscape, advocating for education and youth empowerment. His legacy is celebrated for its focus on resilience, discipline, and integrity, values that continue to inspire future generations. He passed away on May 26, 2005, and is remembered for his contributions to Burkina Faso's development.
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The organization of elections by the ministry is not a first, as there was a previous experience under President Aboubacar Sangoulé Lamizana in 1978.
Assemblée législative de Transition: la dissolution de la CENI actée par les députés
Burkina Faso· 2025-11-03
The camp is named after Aboubacar Sangoulé Lamizana, a significant figure in Burkina Faso's history.
Journée d’engagement patriotique et de participation citoyenne: l’armée de terre assainit le Camp Sangoulé-LamizanaBurkina Faso· 2025-07-02
Aboubacar Sangoulé Lamizana was the second president of Upper Volta, now Burkina Faso, serving for nearly 15 years.
20e anniversaire du décès du général Aboubacar Sangoulé Lamizana: « Nous sommes satisfaits de la commémoration », Idrissa LamizanaBurkina Faso· 2025-05-16
General Aboubacar Sangoulé Lamizana is commemorated for his contributions to the army and social cohesion in Burkina Faso.
Nouhoun Coulibaly, PCO du 20e anniversaire du Gle Aboubacar Sangoulé Lamizana : « Pour le peu que je sais, il a réformé l’armée et a travaillé pour la cohésion sociale »Burkina Faso· 2025-05-08
Aboubacar Sangoulé Lamizana was the President of the Republic of Haute-Volta from 1966 to 1980.
Décès du Président Aboubacar Sangoulé Lamizana: Bobo-Dioulasso célèbre le 20e anniversaire du 5 au 11 mai prochainBurkina Faso· 2025-04-25
