Burkina Faso ex-leader Blaise Compaore becomes Ivorian

Burkina Faso's ousted leader Blaise Compaore has been granted Ivorian citizenship, effectively ending the prospect of his extradition to face murder charges back home.

Though the order was signed by Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara in November, 2014, it has only just come to light.

Mr Compaore is wanted over his alleged role in the murder of iconic leader Thomas Sankara in 1987. 

Compaore's 27-year rule ended in October ,2014 after a wave of popular protests which led him to flee the country. 


BBC