Senegal political shakeup: Malick Ndiaye steps down as National Assembly president

Political circles in Dakar are buzzing today following the unexpected announcement from National Assembly President Malick Ndiaye, who has tendered his resignation. In a statement shared across social platforms, the veteran lawmaker declared his intention to step away from his high-profile role.

“After careful introspection and weighing the demands of public service against my unwavering commitment to the nation, I have made the difficult decision to resign from my position as President of Senegal’s National Assembly,” Ndiaye stated. His remarks reflected a deeply personal conviction rooted in his vision of institutional integrity and the greater good of the country.

Ndiaye’s departure comes barely 48 hours after a dramatic political rupture between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and opposition leader Ousmane Sonko. On Friday evening, the Head of State dissolved the entire government following escalating tensions with his Prime Minister, effectively reshaping the political landscape overnight.

Further developments are expected in the coming hours as stakeholders react to this latest twist in Senegal’s evolving political narrative.