A political think-tank, #FixPolitics Africa, has applauded the election of President Bassirou Faye of Senegal, describing it as the triumph of the democratic spirit and collective will of the Senegalese.
Founder, #FixPolitics Africa and former Nigeria’s Minister of Education, Dr Obiageli ‘Oby’ Ezekwesili, said Faye’s election reaffirmed the faith of the Senegalese in the principles of democracy, transparency and accountability.
She stated, “Your victory serves as an inspiration, not only to the people of Senegal but to citizens across the continent, who aspire to live in societies governed by justice, equality and freedom.”
According to the economic policy expert, Faye’s election at this critical juncture, when there has been some measure of democratic deceleration in West Africa, comes as a beacon of hope for Senegal and all of West Africa.
Ezekwesili, who was also Nigeria’s former Minister of Solid Minerals, praised the resilience of Senegal’s democracy and its…
Source: Leadership Newspaper
