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President Bassirou Diomaye Faye visits Touba, receives counsel from Serigne Mountakha Mbacké
via SeneNews2 min read
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye traveled to Touba to offer condolences to the General Khalife of the Mourides, Serigne Mountakha Mbacké, following the passing of Serigne Cheikh Saliou Mbacké. The President was accompanied by his wife, Absa Faye, and several government members. The visit, initially planned for institutional consultation, took place in a context of mourning. The General Khalife emphasized the need for leaders to prioritize social concerns, stating that "times are hard" and urging the President to improve living conditions while preserving peace and national cohesion. Serigne Mountakha Mbacké also advised patience, tolerance, and forgiveness in governance, noting that national stability relies on leaders upholding the dignity of all citizens. He paid tribute to Serigne Cheikh Saliou Mbacké as a man deeply committed to Islam and spiritual life. President Diomaye Faye expressed gratitude for the Khalife's advice and prayers, affirming he had "listened, understood, and applied" previous recommendations. This meeting highlights the ongoing dialogue between the state and religious leaders, who are influential in Senegal's social and political stability. The General Khalife also attributed the peace during the 2021 crises and 2024 elections to collective effort and a commitment to national cohesion, urging the President to govern with openness, mercy, and attentiveness to meet social expectations and consolidate peace.
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