Burkina Faso has introduced a compulsory CCTV camera in Petro stations across the country.
This security measure was introduced as fuel surveillance for Petrol stations in Burkina Faso to combat terrorism.
A welcome Development
Petrol station owners in Burkina Faso have welcomed the government’s decision to require CCTV systems in all stations by January 1, 2026, to combat ‘financing terrorism’.
Footage captured shows CCTV cameras installed at gas stations, while locals can be seen filling their tanks with fuel.
“We thank our authorities for this brilliant idea. When you are equipped with surveillance cameras, you are safe, it will deter burglars from committing their crimes,” petrol station owner Jean Baptise Yanogo said.
Association of Oil Sector Stakeholders Deputy Secretary-General Fidele Disam described the move as a matter of ‘fighting terrorism’ in the country.
An Initiative With A Cost
“This is a very good initiative. There will be a cost that petrol stations will have to bear, but everyone will make an effort on their part to adapt to the measure.”He said
Protecting Border security
The Burkinabe Ministry of Security ordered the installation of CCTV systems with data recording by next year to combat the financing of terrorism.
This will also prevent armed groups from acquiring fuel, an issue common in the tri-border region of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger.
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Sources: Viory
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