In a significant political turn of events in Sénégal, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has officially ended the tenure of Ousmane Sonko as Prime Minister. This decision carries immediate consequences for the executive branch, as it also results in the dismissal of all ministers and secretaries of state currently serving in the government.
A sudden institutional rupture
The announcement was made public through national television, confirming a major shift in the state’s leadership. This move follows closely on the heels of the Prime Minister’s appearance at the National Assembly, where he had been engaging with deputies during a session of government oversight and questioning.
Immediate reaction from Ousmane Sonko
Only moments after the presidential decree was made known, Ousmane Sonko shared his personal reflections on the situation via the social media platform X. In a brief message, he indicated a sense of serenity following his departure from office, mentioning that he would be returning to his home in the Keur Gorgui neighborhood with a light heart.
