Senegal’s Constitutional Council Invalidates Ousmane Sonko’s Reform Proposal

The Constitutional Council of Senegal has invalidated a recent constitutional reform proposal initiated by President Ousmane Sonko and adopted by the National Assembly. This decision marks a critical turning point in the country’s institutional landscape, raising major questions about the conformity of laws to constitutional requirements.

The Constitutional Council declared the law of revision of the Constitution unconstitutional, citing non-compliance with constitutional provisions. The decision comes as a setback for Sonko’s reform efforts and raises concerns about the rule of law in Senegal.

President Sonko had championed this reform proposal, aiming to modernize the country’s constitution and strengthen democratic institutions. However, the Constitutional Council’s ruling has thrown a wrench into these plans, sparking debate about the limits of executive power and the role of the judiciary in enforcing constitutional checks.