During a session at the National Assembly this Friday, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko addressed the assembly regarding the legislation targeting acts against nature. He expressed unwavering support for the stricter penalties now in place, emphasizing that the law will be applied rigorously to everyone involved, without exception or leniency.
The Prime Minister made it clear that the judicial reach would extend beyond low-level offenders. He specifically highlighted that “big fish”—influential or high-profile individuals—will not be immune to prosecution. According to his statements, the administration’s ultimate objective is to completely eliminate these practices within the borders of Sénégal.
Furthermore, Ousmane Sonko delivered a sharp rebuttal to Western nations that have criticized the legislative shift. He asserted that Sénégal does not require guidance or lessons from foreign powers on its internal legal matters. This firm, sovereignist approach aligns with the political identity he has maintained since taking office.
