Ousmane Sonko was named the next prime minister of Senegal on Wednesday, according to the announcement made by recently installed President Bassirou Diomaye Faye.
Sonko is well-known for his criticism of the elites and resistance to corruption. He was disqualified from the most recent presidential contest.
The pan-Africanist viewpoint is shared by the hardline Muslim politician.
The youth of Senegal support Sonko even after he was found guilty of libel and assault.
With over 54% of the vote, Faye—who had served time in prison earlier—won the presidential election.
Amadou Ba, the government candidate, received 35.79% of the vote, according to NAN.
