The interior ministry of Senegal has reported that two individuals lost their lives in Ziguinchor during protests opposing the detention of the prominent opposition leader, Ousmane Sonko.
Although the ministry did not disclose the identities of the deceased, it called for calm and assured that measures were being implemented to uphold stability in the nation.
In a prior move, the government dissolved Mr. Sonko’s party, alleging that it had incited its supporters towards an insurrection.
On Monday, Mr. Sonko made an appearance in court and was ordered to remain in custody. He faces charges of plotting an insurrection, criminal conspiracy, and other related offenses.
The opposition leader vehemently refutes these charges, asserting that they are driven by political motives.