On Thursday 4 June 2026, the National Anti-Fraud Coordination Unit (CNLF) presented the results of the special operation “Samiyan Gnanaman”, which means ‘healthy season’ in the Dioula language. Carried out across several regions of the country, the operation led to the seizure of counterfeit and dangerous goods with an estimated value of over 131 million CFA francs, thereby contributing to the protection of public health, the environment and the national economy.
According to the CNLF’s National Coordinator, Dr Mohamadi COMPAORÉ, this initiative aims to protect the public and combat the fraud networks that threaten public health and the national economy.
Among the main seizures was a consignment of 2,352 cartons of eggs smuggled into the country and concealed beneath bunches of plantains. Destined for Ouagadougou, these eggs, valued at 6 million CFA francs, were declared unfit for human consumption following analyses carried out by the relevant authorities.
On the same day, CNLF teams also intercepted a lorry carrying contraband pesticides worth 65 million CFA francs. A few days later, they seized 50 cartons of pesticides smuggled in a passenger car, with an estimated value of 2.1 million CFA francs.
The crackdown on the trafficking of dangerous goods continued on 29 May 2026 in Kombissiri with the discovery of 345 cartons of toxic chemicals, valued at 15 million CFA francs. Between Laba and Boromo, officers seized 241 cartons of pesticides on 2nd June 2026, valued at 8.5 million CFA francs.
On the same date in Ipelcé, a tanker lorry carrying 24,000 litres of fuel diverted from its intended destination was intercepted. The cargo is valued at 33.24 million CFA francs.
In the West Region, the West Region Investigation and Research Brigade (BERO) seized a consignment of amphetamines worth approximately 2 million CFA francs, thereby preventing the release onto the market of psychotropic substances deemed dangerous to consumers.
For Dr Mohamadi COMPAORÉ, these results go beyond mere financial considerations. “Behind every can of counterfeit pesticide seized, there is farmland saved from infertility, farmers protected from serious illness, and consumers safeguarded,” he said.
Dr Mohamadi COMPAORÉ pointed out that the offences identified during this operation are subject to severe penalties under the Customs Code as well as the legislation governing pesticide management and consumer protection in Burkina Faso.
The CNLF’s National Coordinator also praised the professionalism and commitment of the officers deployed on the field who, despite the risks involved, continue to carry out their duties to protect the national economy and public health. Finally, he urged the public to remain vigilant and to cooperate more closely with the relevant authorities in order to step up the fight against fraud in all its forms.
Source: CNLF / Burkina
