About Hermann Yaméogo
Born 1948. Hermann Yaméogo is a Burkinabé politician and lawyer.
Hermann Yaméogo (born August 27, 1948) is a Burkinabé politician and leader of the National Union for Democracy and Development (UNDD).
Although he decided to boycott the 13 November 2005 presidential elections a month prior to the poll, his name remained on the ballot. He was placed 11th out of 13 candidates, receiving 0.76% of the vote.
He was born in Koudougou, the son of Maurice Yaméogo, who was the country's first president.
In July 2025, Hermann Yaméogo was abducted from his home by unidentified individuals after criticizing the actions of Ibrahim Traore's Burkinabe junta.
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Who is Hermann Yaméogo?
Burkinabe politician
When was Hermann Yaméogo born?
Hermann Yaméogo was born on 27 August 1948 in Koudougou.
What is Hermann Yaméogo's occupation?
Hermann Yaméogo is a politician and lawyer.
What nationality is Hermann Yaméogo?
Hermann Yaméogo is Burkinabé.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Hermann Yaméogo. https://biography.guide/hermann-yameogo/
MLA: "Hermann Yaméogo." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/hermann-yameogo/.
Chicago: "Hermann Yaméogo." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/hermann-yameogo/.
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