Tinubu congratulates elected Senegalese President Bassirou Faye

President Bola Tinubu joined several heads of state to witness the inauguration ceremony of Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 in Diamniadio.

44-year-old Bassirou, is reported to be the youngest President in history.

Senegal’s opposition leader succeeds outgoing President Macky Sall to become the country's 5th president after polling 54% of the votes in the March 24 presidential election.

Bassirou rose from being in prison to becoming president in just weeks.

In a video making rounds, Tinubu was seen exchanging pleasantries with the new leader.

Tinubu posed for a photograph as he shook his hand and congratulated the newly elected Senegalese President.

Watch the video below;