Ibrahim Traoré

Ibrahim Traoré

politician Burkina Faso

Ibrahim Traoré is the leader of the junta in Burkina Faso, known for forming the Volontaires pour la défense de la patrie (VDP) militia to assist the military in combating jihadist threats. His controversial tactics and the actions of the VDP have sparked significant violence and unrest, leading to widespread civilian casualties and displacement.

Born on Apr 30, 1986 (39 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
4 wks
Reach
6,634,646
Power
8,387$
Sentiment
5.91
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Burkina Faso 52 8.00 22.03% +40% 20,903,273 6,448,128 $17,000 5,244$
Switzerland 2 6.50 0.19% +10% 8,654,622 17,630 $700,000 1,426$
Gabon 1 4.00 0.32% +0% 2,225,734 7,111 $15,000 48$
United Kingdom 1 6.00 0.05% +0% 67,886,011 34,867 $2,700,000 1,387$
Ghana 1 4.00 0.40% +0% 31,072,945 123,797 $67,000 267$
Jamaica 1 9.00 0.11% +0% 2,961,167 3,114 $15,000 16$
Totals 58 133,703,752 6,634,647 $3,514,000 8,388$
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Recent Mentions

Jamaica Jamaica: Under the leadership of Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the country is experiencing a democratic awakening that deserves global attention. 9

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Ibrahim Traoré should be considered a hero | Letters

Burkina Faso Burkina Faso: Ibrahim Traoré is the President of Faso who delivered 2,000 motorcycles to the national police. 9

Sidwaya – main daily newspaper of Burkina Faso (French): ‎‎Sécurité : Le Président du Faso remet 2 000 motos à la Police nationale

Ghana Ghana: Junta leader Captain Ibrahim Traoré has been criticised for suppressing dissent and the move will be seen as the latest move to tighten control. 4

Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950: Burkina Faso junta announces ban on all political parties