Burkina Faso military rulers scrap electoral commission, taking control of future polls

Military rulers in Burkina Faso have dissolved the electoral commission, stating it was inefficient and costly. The interior ministry will now oversee future elections. The coup leaders took power in 2022 and have extended the transition to democracy, drawing criticism for alleged human rights abuses and a rise in jihadist attacks. This move aims to maintain control over the electoral process and limit foreign influences.