Terrorist Attack Ghanaian Tomato Traders in Burkina Faso

The Government of Ghana has confirmed a “disturbing” terrorist attack involving a truck carrying Ghanaian tomato traders in Titao, Burkina Faso. The incident, which occurred on Saturday, February 14, 2026, has sparked high-level diplomatic efforts to identify victims and secure the safety of other citizens in the region.

In an official statement released to all media houses, the government expressed grave concern over the safety of the traders who frequently travel across the border to source essential food supplies.

Diplomatic Response and Identification Efforts

The Ghana Embassy in Burkina Faso has been activated to manage the crisis. Currently, embassy officials are working closely with Burkinabé authorities to gain access to the attack site in Titao.

The primary focus of the mission is:

1. Site Visitation: Gaining safe passage to the location of the ambush.

   

2. Identification: Verifying the identities and status of the Ghanaians caught in the crossfire.

3. Liaison: Maintaining a direct communication line with the Burkinabé military and security intelligence.

“The Ghana Embassy in Burkina Faso is liaising with the officials of Burkina Faso to visit the attack site for details and identification of Ghanaians caught in the attack,” the official report stated.

The Danger of the “Tomato Route”

Titao, located in the northern part of Burkina Faso, has become an increasingly volatile zone due to the presence of insurgent groups. Despite the risks, Ghanaian traders often brave these routes to ensure the consistent supply of tomatoes to markets in Accra, Kumasi, and other major cities.

This latest attack underscores the growing security challenges facing cross-border trade in the West African sub-region.

Official Communication & Next Steps

The government has urged the families of tomato traders who traveled to Burkina Faso this week to remain calm as they await official verification. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has promised that “further details would be communicated to the public” as soon as they are available.

Press Release to All Media Houses On The Matter

The Government of Ghana has received disturbing information from Burkina Faso of a truck carrying Tomato Traders from Ghana which was caught in a terrorist attack in Titao, Burkina Faso on Saturday 14 February 2026.

The Ghana Embassy in Burkina Faso is liaising with the officials of Burkina Faso to visit the attack site for details and identification of Ghanaians caught in the attack.

Further details would be communicated to the public.

Signed

MUNTAKA MOHAMMED-MUBARAK (MP)
MINISTER FOR THE INTERIOR AND NATIONAL SECURITY

Issued this Sunday, the 15th Day of February, 2026