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Appearing on a national morning show, Lansana Gagny Sakho, Chairman of the Board of APIX, shed light on the reasons behind his break with Ousmane Sonko while firmly standing by his allegiance to the Republic. He admitted that he initially supported the political project of Pastef due to the individuals who embodied it at the […]
During an appearance on a national morning show, Lansana Gagny Sakho, Chairman of the Board of the APIX, clarified his decision to distance himself from Ousmane Sonko while firmly endorsing the country’s republican institutions. He shared that his initial alignment with the Pastef movement stemmed from admiration for its key figures, not necessarily its political […]
In a recent television appearance, Lansana Gagny Sakho, Chairman of the Board of the APIX, addressed his break from Ousmane Sonko while reaffirming his commitment to the nation’s republican institutions. Reflecting on his political journey, he explained that his early alignment with Pastef stemmed from admiration for its key figures, not necessarily its platform. Upon […]
In a bold statement that has stirred political conversations, Lansana Gagny Sakho, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the APIX, recently clarified his break from Ousmane Sonko and his unwavering commitment to the nation’s republican institutions. Speaking on a national radio program, he emphasized that his decision was rooted in principle rather than political […]
Lansana Gagny Sakho, a prominent figure in Senegal’s political landscape and current leader of the Kiiraay party, has leveled sharp criticism at his former ally, Ousmane Sonko. Speaking in a recent interview, Sakho accused Sonko of consistently undermining the country’s republican institutions rather than embracing them. Once a close associate of Sonko, Sakho now serves […]
In a firm and uncompromising stance, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the PASTEF party and President of Senegal’s National Assembly, has categorically rejected any possibility of postponing the upcoming local elections scheduled for January 2027. His declaration comes amid growing speculation about potential delays to the electoral calendar, which he dismisses as unfounded and unacceptable. Why […]
Ousmane Sonko, leader of the PASTEF party, has categorically rejected any speculation about postponing the upcoming local elections scheduled for January 2027. His declaration comes as a response to growing concerns over potential delays, particularly after the sacrifices made to prevent an earlier postponement of the presidential election. No room for postponement During a public […]
PoliticsSenegal Senegal’s Diomaye Faye faces political reshuffle challenges Launching a new political movement, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye seeks to expand his base as Senegal’s political landscape evolves. The Senegalese President, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has inaugurated his new political formation, KIIRAAY – Les Patriotes Républicains, marking a significant shift in the country’s political landscape. This move […]
Pour l’occasion, l'OL recevra l'AJ Auxerre en match de Ligue des Champions. Cette rencontre est la seule qui n'a pas été officiellement fixée. Le résultat du 3ème tour de qualification de l'UEFA Champions League de l'Olympique Lyonnais décidera définitivement de ce match. Si l'Olympique Lyonnais se qualifie pour les play-offs, le match se jouera le […]
Three years have passed since Niger fell under the control of a military junta, a period marked by political upheaval, economic decline, and a worsening security landscape. What was initially framed as a historic turning point to restore national sovereignty and stability has instead left the country grappling with deepening hardships that show no signs […]
The Chad government has formally notified the United Nations of its decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), sending shockwaves through global diplomacy. Announced on July 27, this move reflects mounting frustration among African nations over what N’Djamena calls the court’s ‘political instrumentalization’ and alleged bias against the continent. Breaking diplomatic ties with […]
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