President Sonko Reacts to Constitutional Reform Ruling

The president of the National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, has issued a statement in response to the ruling by the Constitutional Council declaring the constitutional reform law passed by lawmakers unconstitutional.

Sonko acknowledged that ‘the decision is unavoidable’ and urged everyone to accept it.

• President Sonko emphasizes the importance of institutions playing their role in times of crisis
• The National Assembly will continue to exercise its legislative powers

Sonko reaffirmed his commitment to upholding the parliamentary institution’s mission.

‘The Assemblée nationale will continue to exercise its mission with full force,’ Sonko said, promising that lawmakers would vote on or reject laws in line with their commitments to the people.