Addressing the President of the National Assembly, Serigne Khalifa Kounta notably declared: « Ndongo daara le, arabisan le, ku mokeul alxour ane le ».
Serigne Khalifa Kounta, the esteemed spokesperson for the Khadres, recently expressed profound admiration for Ousmane Sonko. The President of the National Assembly was present in Ndiassane ahead of the upcoming Gamou festivities scheduled for Tuesday, September 1st.
Speaking directly to the President of the National Assembly, Serigne Khalifa Kounta emphasized: « Ndongo daara le, arabisan le, ku mokeul alxourane le ». This Wolof phrase signifies that the President of the National Assembly is an “enfant de daara” – a product of the traditional Quranic educational system. This background is seen as a significant source of pride for both the religious and educational communities across the region.
Khadre confraternity’s endorsement of Sonko
« It is a great source of pride for us, the doumou daara, » Serigne Khalifa Kounta added, underscoring the deep connection and support of the Khadre confraternity for Ousmane Sonko and his distinguished career trajectory.
This public declaration follows the warm reception Ousmane Sonko received in Ndiassane, where he was welcomed by the General Khalife of the Khadres, Serigne Sidy Mahtar Kounta, alongside his spokesperson.
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