Senegal: ECOWAS urges swift action over postponement of presidential election
In a recent communiqué, the Commission of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has acknowledged the decision by Senegalese authorities to defer the presidential elections originally scheduled for 25 February 2024.
Expressing concern over the circumstances leading to this postponement, ECOWAS urges the competent authorities to expedite necessary processes for establishing a new election date.
The commission further calls upon the entire political class to prioritize dialogue and collaboration, emphasizing the importance of transparent, inclusive, and credible elections.
This appeal underscores the significance of fostering an environment that ensures the democratic voice of the people is heard.
In a positive note, ECOWAS commends President Macky Sall for his commitment to the democratic process by upholding his earlier decision not to seek another term.
The commission encourages him to persist in defending and protecting Senegal’s longstanding democratic tradition.
The communique read, “The Commission of the Economic Community of West African States takes note of the decision that the Senegalese authorities have taken to postpone the presidential elections scheduled to take place on 25 February 2024.
“The ECOWAS Commission expresses concern over the circumstances that have led to the postponement of the elections and appeals to the competent authorities to expedite the various processes in order to set a new date for the elections. The Commission further urges the entire political class to prioritise dialogue and collaboration for transparent, inclusive, and credible elections.
“The ECOWAS Commission salutes President Macky Sall for upholding his earlier decision not to run for another term and encourages him to continue to defend and protect Senegal’s long-standing democratic tradition.”
As the situation unfolds, the ECOWAS Commission asserts its ongoing involvement, indicating a continued commitment to monitor and address the evolving circumstances surrounding the postponement of the presidential elections.
The international community will be keenly observing how Senegal navigates through these challenges to uphold its democratic values.
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