July 11, 2026

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Ousmane sonko mourns the passing of serigne abdou bakhi mbacké


Ousmane Sonko, who presides over the National Assembly, conveyed his profound sorrow following the demise of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké. The revered Khalife of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026. Through a heartfelt message shared on Facebook, Sonko honored the memory of the esteemed religious leader and extended his deepest sympathies to the bereaved family, the Khalife General of the Mourides, and the entire Senegalese nation.

In his public statement, Sonko articulated, «It is with immense emotion and profound sadness that I received the news of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké’s return to God, the distinguished Khalife of the Khassim Mbacké lineage from Guinguinéo.»

The President of the National Assembly further reflected on the personal encounters he shared with the departed spiritual figure during his visits to Guinguinéo.

He recounted, «I was privileged to meet the venerated religious guide on numerous occasions during my trips to Guinguinéo. Each time we met, he consistently demonstrated a unique affection, a genuinely warm welcome, and a profound benevolence that left a lasting impression on us.»

During this «painful period,» Ousmane Sonko conveyed his «most sincere condolences» to the family of the deceased, the Khalife General of the Mourides, the religious community of Guinguinéo, and indeed, all citizens of Senegal.

He concluded his message with a prayer, stating, «May Allah, in His boundless mercy, grant him forgiveness and welcome him into His eternal Paradise.»