A close associate of Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, Matar Ndiaga Seck, has been taken into custody by the Criminal Investigations Division (DIC). The arrest follows a warrant issued by the Linguère police department, sparking questions about a broader investigation.

Link to a controversial case in the Djoloff region

Investigators allege that Matar Ndiaga Seck is connected to an ongoing inquiry involving the detention of 22 individuals in the Djoloff area on suspicion of involvement in acts against nature. Authorities claim they have gathered converging evidence that ties Seck to the case, though no further details have been disclosed.

Next steps in the investigation

The circumstances of Seck’s arrest remain under scrutiny, with officials emphasizing the procedural rigor of the criminal division’s actions. As the case develops, further revelations about the alleged activities and the individuals involved may emerge, particularly in relation to the Djoloff arrests.

Senegal’s legal system continues to process the case, with authorities yet to release additional statements on the timeline for further developments.

By Boureima Amadou — Reporter