Ousted Senegal prime minister Sonko elected parliament speaker

Dailypost | 27-05-2026 05:57pm |

Ousmane Sonko, the former Prime Minister of Senegal, has been elected as the Speaker of the national parliament amid a tense political climate in the country. His election follows the resignation of the previous Speaker, who stepped down to allow Sonko to assume the role. Sonko's party, the African Patriots of Senegal for Work, Ethics and Fraternity, holds a majority in the National Assembly, which facilitated his election. This development marks a significant shift in Senegal's political landscape as the nation navigates ongoing challenges.

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