Tinubu lauds Senegalese President on third term decision

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised the decision of Senegalese President Macky Sall for not seeking a third term in office after the end of his tenure.

Recall that there had been protests in Senegal in the past few weeks following speculations about a third-term ambition of President Sall, who is moving towards the end of his second term in office.

Sall, who is due to complete his second term of office in 2024 on Monday told the people of Senegal that he would not offer himself as a candidate for the February 25, 2024, presidential election.

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President Tinubu added that Sall’s decision had put the interest the country, peace, and stability of the West African region above his interest.

Tinubu while applauding President Sall said history would not forget him for the decision of not re-contesting for the third term.

“The decision of President Mack Sall that he will abide by the constitutional term of office and not offer himself for a third term in Senegal is heart-warming.

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“It has brought great joy and relief. As a Democrat, I must commend my brother for his statesmanship.

“With this singular decision, President Sall chose the stability, security, and economic well-being of his people over and above narrow personal interest.

“The impact of this important decision will be felt beyond the shores and borders of Senegal and across our West African sub-region.

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“President Sall has demonstrated that leadership is about serving the people honorably and quitting the stage when the constitutionally-stipulated time is up.

“By his example, democracy and respect for people power will take stronger roots in Africa and will continue to flourish.”