
Oumarou Yabre
Oumarou Yabre is a prominent figure within Burkina Faso's military government, serving as the head of the National Intelligence Agency and the National Security Council. He is often considered the second-in-command in the junta led by Captain Ibrahim Traore. However, his recent prolonged absence from public view since May has sparked speculation of a power struggle within the junta, raising concerns about his influence and safety amid reports of internal tensions.
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Oumarou Yabre is considered to be Burkina Faso’s second-in-command and heads the nation’s intelligence services.
Burkina Faso’s junta leader warns off challengersTaipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·
Taiwan· 2026-07-23



