Senegal president sacks Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko amid political tensions

In a decisive move broadcast nationwide, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye announced the immediate dismissal of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and the dissolution of the entire government. The announcement followed a tense parliamentary session where Sonko addressed lawmakers during a government accountability debate.

Within minutes of the president’s decision, Ousmane Sonko took to the social media platform X to share his reaction. In a post, he stated that he would rest peacefully that night at his residence in Keur Gorgui, expressing no bitterness over the unexpected turn of events.