M’Sila/ On Tuesday, 19 October 2026, Mr Nadjm Eddine Tayar, Wali of M’Sila, presided over a ceremony at the Wilaya Guest House, in the presence of the President of the Wilaya People’s Assembly, the Head of the M’Sila Daïra, the Directors of Youth and Sports, Culture and Arts, Tourism and Handicrafts, and Mujahideen and Rights Holders, the President of the Municipal People’s Assembly of M’Sila, the Director of the Youth Institutions Office, officials from the Directorate of Youth and Sports, and members of the media.
The ceremony was held to honour the El Hilal Ceremonial Brass Band following its achievement of first place nationally in the inaugural edition of the National Brass Bands Festival, held in the wilaya of Aïn Defla from 15 to 18 October 2026 under the slogan “Algeria’s Youth Play for the Nation.” This victory marks the band’s eighth title and its seventh consecutive win.
The Wali extended his heartfelt congratulations to the band’s conductor and members, wishing them continued success and further achievements at future events. He emphasised that this accomplishment brings honour to the young people of the wilaya.
For his part, the band’s conductor expressed his sincere gratitude and appreciation to the Wali for his continued support and assistance, as well as for upholding this commendable tradition of recognising and encouraging winners. He described the ceremony as a kind gesture and a valued mark of appreciation for the band’s eighth first-place finish.
The public authorities, under the leadership of the Wali, remain committed to providing the necessary support, guidance and facilities to all youth and artistic groups in the wilaya of M’Sila.
