The ECOWAS heads of state’s reaction to the situation in Senegal
During the extraordinary summit of ECOWAS, discussions went beyond just countries under military rule to address the political crisis in Senegal. Since President Macky Sall announced the postponement of the presidential election, the country has been rocked by unrest.
This decision was rejected by the Senegalese Constitutional Council, forcing the president to reverse course and maintain the original election date.
Since President Macky Sall announced the postponement of the presidential election, the country has been rocked by unrest.
This decision was rejected by the Senegalese Constitutional Council, forcing the president to reverse course and maintain the original election date.
At the conclusion of the summit, the ECOWAS Heads of State Conference noted the end of President Macky Sall’s mandate on April 2, 2024, and congratulated him on his achievements in infrastructure and economic development in the country. In a final communiqué, it was emphasized that the conference hailed his exemplary leadership in Africa and globally.
However, ECOWAS also issued a strong appeal to all Senegalese stakeholders to prioritize dialogue. The goal is to preserve Senegal’s democratic gains through a presidential election that is intended to be free, inclusive, and transparent. This call for dialogue comes amid a tense political environment where political tensions are palpable in Senegal.
The situation in Senegal has become a concern for ECOWAS, which seeks to ease tensions and ensure a peaceful and democratic electoral process. The final communiqué of the summit underscores the importance of preserving stability and democracy in the country while acknowledging the challenges it faces.
In summary, through this extraordinary summit, ECOWAS has taken a stance on the political crisis in Senegal by calling for inclusive dialogue. It has also recognized the end of President Macky Sall’s mandate and applauded his achievements, while emphasizing the need for a transparent electoral process to ensure stability and democracy in the country.
