Burkina Faso political transition accord signed

Officials in Burkina Faso have signed a charter intended to guide the country toward elections as various factions submitted nominations for an interim head of state to replace longtime President Blaise Compaore, who abruptly stepped down last month.
The signing ceremony took place today at the House of the People in the capital, Ouagadougou.
Politicians as well as representatives of the army, civil society and religious and traditional leaders all participated.
An interim president was expected to be named by Monday. Compaore, who served 27 years in office, resigned on October 31 amid mounting opposition to his bid to seek yet another term.

After suspending the constitution, the military designated Lt Col Isaac Yacouba Zida as the transitional leader, though Zida faced intense pressure to restore civilian rule.