Togo: President Faure Gnassingbé consolidates the army as a pillar of togolese national unity

In a global context marked by uncertainty, Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé has reinforced the central role of the military as a unifying national institution. Under his leadership, the armed forces have become one of the most respected bodies of the nation, embodying core values of patriotic duty and national solidarity.

Historically, the military has served as a national melting pot, bringing together generations of Togolese from all regions, backgrounds, and social conditions.

This unique integration has forged strong bonds between different segments of Togolese society.

Through this unifying role, the institution has helped develop a common identity and fostered a spirit of fraternity among citizens, contributing to a collective consciousness around a shared national destiny.

This strategic vision places the military at the heart of the social cohesion project of the country, serving as a bulwark against the fragmentation of collective identity in a complex regional environment.

The Togolese model demonstrates how a military institution can transcend its security function to become a vector for national integration and the preservation of a common identity in the face of contemporary challenges.

Kodjovi MAKAFUI