The formal handover ceremony at the Primature on May 29, 2026, marked the conclusion of Ousmane Sonko’s tenure and the official installation of Ahmadou Al-Aminou Lo as Senegal’s new head of government. The event, held in a dignified atmosphere, brought together senior officials, government members, and key staff from the Prime Minister’s office.

During the proceedings, Sonko handed over critical state files to his successor, ensuring continuity in public policy execution. The transition reflects the government’s commitment to maintaining reform momentum while enhancing administrative efficiency.

As Ahmadou Al-Aminou Lo assumes leadership, he inherits a demanding agenda focused on structural reforms, youth employment initiatives, cost-of-living stabilization, and industrial development. An economist with extensive financial expertise, Lo is expected to steer the country through these transformative challenges.