Senegal's President, Macky Sall, spoke directly to the nation on live TV, making a heartfelt promise to respect the law and not overstay his time in office past April 2nd. He shared his personal commitment, saying, "I've been serving since April 2, 2019, and come April 2, 2024, that wraps up my time as President. I won't seek to extend beyond this."
Sall's words come after a tense period where attempts to delay the presidential election were rejected by the Constitutional Court. Now, amid pressure from opposition groups and calls for dialogue, Sall emphasizes the importance of a smooth transition for the country's stability.
Despite the political turmoil, Sall recognizes the unity among fifteen of the twenty approved presidential candidates, all advocating for the election to proceed by April 2nd. However, the government is yet to act on the Constitutional Court's ruling to set a new election date promptly.
Senegal, typically known for its stable democracy, now faces challenges as disputes over the election have led to deadly protests. In these trying times, Sall appeals for unity and dialogue, underscoring the need to prioritize the nation's interests above all else.