In his general policy declaration delivered on Tuesday before the National Assembly, Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lô immediately set the tone for his tenure: continuity. He chose to anchor his entire roadmap within the national framework “Senegal 2050,” signalling his intent to follow the path already charted by the executive rather than steering government action in a new direction.
Addressing lawmakers, Al Aminou Lô moved to dispel any doubts about a possible change in public policy following his appointment to the Prime Ministry. His message was unequivocal: he does not intend to change course. By invoking the Senegal 2050 reference document—a strategic blueprint meant to guide state action over the medium and long term—the Prime Minister aims to underscore how his work aligns with the orientations set by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye.
This stance comes amid ongoing questions about the true extent of parliamentary support for the head of government, as well as potential strains within the presidential majority itself. By stressing continuity with the national framework rather than introducing a personal new vision, Al Aminou Lô appears to be seeking to reassure observers about the steadiness of the government’s direction at a time when several sensitive issues—the high cost of living, power outages, and a downgrade in the country’s sovereign credit rating—are fuelling criticism. The remainder of the policy declaration, particularly the detailed priorities the Prime Minister intends to pursue in the economic and social spheres, is now being closely watched by both deputies and the general public.
