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Senegal’s Opposition Leader to Face Sexual Assault Charges

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Senegalese opposition leader, Ousmane Sonko will face trial on charges of rape and making death threats to a beauty salon employee in 2021.

According to an investigative, the matter has been referred to Senegal’s criminal chamber for trial.

Sonko’s lawyer did not immediately respond to a request for comment, but the politician has previously denied all the charges.

He is accused of sexually assaulting a woman who worked in a massage parlor and later threatening her.

Written by: Helen Obih

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