The decision comes as a counteraction to the opposition's recent motion of censure against the government.

Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko revealed that the dissolution is part of a broader strategy to launch a significant anti-corruption campaign.

This bold step by President Faye is set to render the opposition's motion ineffective, which had been introduced as a challenge to a controversial bill proposed by the new government leaders.

The political landscape in Senegal remains tense as citizens await the unfolding of these events.

--ChannelAfrica--