Dakar — The nation of Senegal is in mourning following the sudden passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, the revered Khalife of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo.
The President of the National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, conveyed his heartfelt condolences in a public statement issued on Facebook. The loss of this eminent religious figure has left a deep void in the hearts of many, as acknowledged by Sonko, who described the news as a moment of profound sorrow.
« With immense grief and sadness, I learned of the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, the Khalife of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo, » Sonko wrote. « His spiritual guidance and wisdom have been a beacon for countless believers, and his legacy will endure. »
Sonko also reflected on his personal encounters with the late Khalife during visits to Guinguinéo. « On several occasions, I had the honor of meeting Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké. Each interaction was marked by his warmth, generosity, and unwavering kindness, leaving a lasting impression on all who met him, » he shared.
In this hour of sorrow, Sonko extended his deepest sympathies to the bereaved family, the wider Mouride community, the religious leaders of Guinguinéo, and the people of Senegal as a whole. « May Allah, in His boundless mercy, grant him forgiveness and welcome him into His eternal paradise, » he concluded.
The news of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké’s passing has resonated across the country, uniting Senegalese from all walks of life in grief and remembrance.