Ousmane Sonko calls for respect of institutions after Constitutional Council decision

Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly, has urged respect for the Constitutional Council's decisions following its declaration that a constitutional revision law adopted by deputies was unconstitutional. In a message shared on his social media, Sonko emphasized that the Council's decision is binding on all, regardless of any differing opinions on its motivations. He called on political actors and citizens to exercise restraint to prevent tensions and ensure the smooth functioning of democratic institutions. Sonko stated that this event demonstrates the normal operation of institutions in a state governed by the rule of law, where each institution plays its role within its defined scope, preventing crises from enduring. He also reassured the Senegalese people that the National Assembly would continue its parliamentary work, affirming that the Council's decision does not undermine the deputies' mission to pass or reject laws to fulfill their commitments to the nation.