Senegal’s ruling party candidate, Amadou Ba, has admitted defeat to opposition candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye in the recent presidential election, according to a government official.
Unofficial results indicate a clear lead for Faye over Ba. Faye, who campaigned on promises of significant change, emerged as a surprising contender despite spending time in jail just days before the vote.
The election, originally scheduled earlier, comes after a period of political uncertainty in Senegal, with President Macky Sall attempting to delay it.
Faye’s victory marks a remarkable journey from obscurity to becoming Africa’s youngest president at the age of 44.
His win has sparked celebrations across Senegal, with many seeing it as a symbol of hope for the country’s future.
This summary is based on reporting by BBC.
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