Senegal president Bassirou Diomaye Faye removes Ousmane Sonko from prime minister post

Ousmane Sonko et Bassirou Diomaye Faye à Dakar, le 22 janvier 2026.

In a significant shift within the executive branch of Sénégal, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has officially terminated the mandate of Ousmane Sonko as Prime Minister. This major decision marks a turning point in the current administration’s governance structure in Dakar.

The announcement confirms that Ousmane Sonko will no longer lead the government, bringing an end to his tenure under the presidency of Bassirou Diomaye Faye. This move comes as part of a reshuffling of the nation’s top leadership roles, reflecting a new direction for the country’s political landscape.