Senegal president reacts to constitutional court ruling on reform bill

Constitutional court blocks reform bill, president of Senegal’s assembly accepts verdict

The President of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, has publicly acknowledged the Constitutional Council’s decision to invalidate the constitutional reform bill passed by lawmakers. As the leader of the Pastef party, he emphasized that the council’s ruling is binding for all branches of government.

« Beyond any debate or interpretation of the reasoning behind this decision, one thing remains clear: this ruling applies to everyone. I acknowledge it as such, » Sonko stated in an official statement.

institutional balance key to national stability

Sonko underscored the importance of each institution fulfilling its constitutional duties without overreach. « When institutions operate within their defined mandates, no crisis can arise, » he noted, framing the episode as proof of Senegal’s democratic resilience.

He went on to reaffirm the National Assembly’s commitment to its legislative responsibilities. « The Assembly will continue to exercise its mandate fully, » he declared. « Laws will be passed or rejected in service of the people who entrusted us with this duty—our resilient and dignified nation. »