During a recent session in the National Assembly, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko addressed several pressing issues, including the sentencing of Senegalese supporters in Morocco, a proposed law to criminalize homosexuality, and the ongoing university crisis. This follows a tragic incident where a student lost their life due to police intervention during a conflict over scholarships at the Cheikh Anta Diop University. Sonko's comments have drawn considerable attention amid escalating tensions in the academic community.

Sonko firmly defended the actions of the security forces that occurred on the campus, suggesting that they were necessary to prevent further unrest. He expressed no regrets about the police intervention, stating, "I would do it again if given the chance.” However, he did acknowledge that there were some shortcomings with the intervention units, which could have been handled better. His remarks have caused outrage among student groups and human rights advocates who argue that such heavy-handed tactics are not the solution to campus conflicts.

The proposal for a police station at UCAD is seen as a controversial step that could escalate tensions between students and the government, raising concerns over freedom of expression and the right to peaceful protest. Given the backdrop of this tragic incident and Sonko's remarks, the national discourse on security measures on campuses in Senegal is likely to intensify, with implications for the relationship between the government and the youth in the country.