Ousmane Sonko: from prime ministerial ouster to national assembly leadership

In a dramatic political reversal, Ousmane Sonko has staged a swift comeback, transitioning from the role of Prime Minister to assuming the presidency of Senegal’s National Assembly within a mere four days.

This unexpected shift places him at the second-highest position in the country’s hierarchy, trailing only behind President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Sonko’s rapid rise underscores the fluid dynamics of Senegal’s political landscape and marks a significant moment in the nation’s governance.