APA – Lagos (Nigeria)
President Bola Tinubu on Friday praised the decision of President Macky Sall of Senegal not to seek a third term in office after the end of his tenure.
There had been protests in Senegal in the past few weeks following speculations about a third-term ambition of President Sall, who ends his second term in office in 2024.
President Sall on Monday told the people of Senegal that he would not offer himself as a candidate for the February 25, 2024, presidential election in his country.
President Tinubu noted that with the decision, President Sall has put the interest of his country, the peace, and stability of the West African region above his personal interest.
The Nigerian leader, who applauded the decision of his Senegalese counterpart, said history would be kind to President Sall.
“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.
“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,” Tinubu said in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Special Duties, Communication, and Strategy, Mr. Dele Alake.
According to the Nigerian leader, the impact of this important decision will be felt beyond the shores and borders of Senegal and across our West African region.
“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,” Tinubu added.
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Nigerian leader hails Senegalese President’s decision not to seek third term
