Senegal’s Faye appoints ally Ousmane Sonko as prime minister
April 3, 2024Speaking after his appointment, Sonko said he would present Faye with a full list of proposed ministerial appointments for his approval.
Speaking after his appointment, Sonko said he would present Faye with a full list of proposed ministerial appointments for his approval.
In his first speech as president-elect, Faye promised to fight corruption and reform the economy.
Gnassingbe -- in power since 2005 -- succeeded his father General Gnassingbe Eyadema, who seized power in a coup more than 50 years ago.
When sworn in, Faye will be Senegal’s youngest ever president celebrating his 44th birthday on the day of his election victory.
Bassirou Diomaye Faye is the anointed candidate of Senegal’s popular and controversial opposition politician Ousmane Sonko.
A second round of voting will only take place if no candidate secures the more than 50 percent majority required to prevent a run-off.