2024-03-29 10:56:57
In the wake of the presidential election in Senegal, which saw the victory of Bassirou Diomaye Faye with 54% of the votes in the first round, a key player in his future administration is beginning to emerge: Papa Mada Ndour. Expected to become the newly elected president’s chief of protocol, Papa Mada Ndour brings with him significant expertise acquired within the state apparatus and diplomatic circles, notably through his role as First Secretary at the Senegalese Embassy. in Morocco.
His closeness to the president-elect is obvious; Papa Mada Ndour is often seen at his side, orchestrating his travels and ensuring the smooth running of his official commitments. This essential role in the shadows announces the responsibilities that will be his as head of protocol, a position which requires in-depth knowledge of national and international protocols as well as great organizational skill.
At the start of 2023, one year before the 2024 presidential election, Senegalese opponent Ousmane Sonko, seeking to strengthen his credibility as an international candidate, had formed a circle of advisors to boost his communication. Among them, several came from the diaspora, including Papa Mada Ndour.
Papa Mada Ndour is also recognized for his activism within the Pastef party since its beginnings. His political journey has not been without pitfalls, marked in particular by targeted repressions against party members, in a context of increased tensions with the state. His determination and commitment cost him his position at the Senegalese embassy in Rabat in June 2023, a fact that he directly attributes to his affiliation with Pastef and the functions he held there.
The event of his recall, part of a broader campaign against Pastef supporters, was widely commented on by the media, notably the newspaper “Libération”, which saw it as a strategy by the Senegalese authorities aimed at weakening the party. Papa Mada Ndour, in an open letter, expressed his indignation at this measure, calling it unfair and reaffirming his political commitment. He underlined the impact of these actions on his determination to fight for his convictions, alongside the patriots of Senegal and the diaspora.
The appointment of Papa Mada Ndour as head of protocol for President Diomaye Faye would therefore symbolize a turning point, not only in his career but also in the recognition of his political and professional commitment. He would take over a historically significant role, marked by iconic figures such as Bruno Diatta, who died in 2018, who served under three different presidents. This transition to a new administration under Diomaye Faye highlights the evolution of senior executives in Senegal, rooted in a tradition of public service but open to contemporary political dynamics.
The formalization of his appointment will take place after the inauguration of Bassirou Diomaye Faye, thus marking the passing of the baton from the current head of protocol from Macky Sall to a new generation.
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