Senegal mourning as ouassmane sonko pays tribute to serigne abdou bakhi mbacké

Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly, conveyed a heartfelt tribute to the late Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, a revered religious leader who passed away on July 9, 2026.

In a solemn statement, Mr. Sonko expressed his profound grief over the loss of the Khalife of the Khassim Mbacké family of Guinguinéo, describing the late spiritual figure as a man of extraordinary warmth and humanity.

Tributes pour in for a revered spiritual leader

« The news of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké’s passing has left me deeply shaken, » Sonko remarked. « His kindness and hospitality were unmatched, leaving an indelible mark on everyone who had the privilege of meeting him. »

The National Assembly leader extended his condolences to the bereaved family, the Mouride community, the religious leaders of Guinguinéo, and the entire Senegalese people. He prayed for divine mercy, asking that the late Khalife be granted forgiveness and eternal peace in the afterlife.

Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké’s death has sparked an outpouring of grief across the Mouride community and beyond, with tributes continuing to pour in from various parts of Senegal.