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Presidential decree ends Ousmane Sonko’s leadership in Sénégal In a major political development in Sénégal, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has officially terminated the functions of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. The announcement, made on Friday evening, confirms the dissolution of the entire government through a formal executive decree. This decision follows several months of escalating friction […]
In a decisive move that has sent ripples through Senegal’s political landscape, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye terminated the mandate of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko on Friday evening via a presidential decree. The decision follows months of escalating disagreements between the two leaders, marking a significant shift in the nation’s governance. Breaking political developments in Dakar […]
Deadly Jnim assaults claim lives in five Mali villages near Bandiagara The Jnim launched a series of coordinated assaults on the villages of Logo, Soulakanda, and Dimbal within the Dimbal commune, alongside Ogossagou and Kouroundé in the Bankass commune. These attacks occurred simultaneously between 5 PM and 6 PM. The militant group engaged in fierce […]
A political tremor of unprecedented scale is reverberating across Senegal and throughout the sub-region. On Friday, May 22, 2026, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye officially terminated the tenure of his Prime Minister and political mentor, Ousmane Sonko. This decisive action has led to the immediate dissolution of the entire government, signaling an abrupt end to the […]
Ousmane Sonko is no longer Senegal’s Prime Minister following his dismissal by the President. On Friday evening, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye removed Ousmane Sonko, his Prime Minister and former political ally, from office. This decision follows months of escalating friction between the two leaders, who ascended to power in April 2024 amidst widespread public […]
Senegal’s Political Landscape Shifts as President Removes Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko Senegal entered uncharted political territory on May 22, 2026, following President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s decision to terminate the mandate of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. The move, which concluded a day of escalating tensions between the country’s top executive leaders, marked a sudden and decisive […]
Senegal’s President Ends Ousmane Sonko’s Term as Prime Minister The President of Senegal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, terminated the mandate of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and his entire government on Friday evening through a presidential decree. This decisive move follows months of escalating tensions between the two leaders. In a formal statement broadcast on national television, […]
Senegal’s president terminates Ousmane Sonko’s tenure as prime minister The Senegalese head of state, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has dismissed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and his entire cabinet through an official decree issued late Friday evening. The decision follows months of escalating tensions between the two leaders. In a televised address delivered by the presidential secretary-general, […]
Senegal: president Faye dismisses prime minister Ousmane Sonko L’ex-Premier ministre sénégalais Ousmane Sonko, le 26 septembre 2024 à Dakar ( AFP / SEYLLOU ) President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal has officially terminated the tenure of his Prime Minister and former political mentor, Ousmane Sonko, along with the entire government, through a decree issued on […]
Lomé’s strategic pivot in West African diplomacy In the ever-shifting landscape of West African diplomacy, Lomé is poised to make a bold statement. High-level sources confirm that the Togolese government is preparing to officially recognize the Front de Libération de l’Azawad (FLA), a move that could reshape regional alliances and challenge conventional diplomatic norms. The […]
Senegal’s latest political decision sparks national conversation In a decisive move reshaping the country’s leadership landscape, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has terminated the mandate of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. This unexpected development marks a pivotal shift in Senegal’s governance structure, reflecting broader political realignments within the West African nation. The announcement, made during a late-night […]
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal has terminated the appointment of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, marking a significant change in the country’s political leadership. The decision, announced through official channels, underscores a strategic realignment within the government’s highest echelons. The move arrives at a critical juncture, as Senegal navigates evolving domestic priorities and regional dynamics. […]