Senegal's leadership row mounts as parliament speaker resigns

Bbc | 26-05-2026 12:17am |

El Malick Ndiaye has resigned from his position as the speaker of the Senegalese parliament, a move that has intensified the ongoing leadership dispute within the country. His resignation has led to speculation regarding a potential succession plan for the ousted Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, who has been a prominent figure in Senegalese politics. The political landscape in Senegal remains turbulent as various factions navigate the implications of this development. The resignation is expected to have significant repercussions for the ruling party and the broader political environment in Senegal.

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