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2012 in Senegal

Explore 7 historical events and records for Senegal in 2012.

Historical records for Senegal in 2012

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April

Presidency Ends

Wade, Abdoulaye · Dakar · Former President of Senegal · Government / Republic of Senegal

Wade leaves office after losing the presidential election

President Takes Office

Sall, Macky · Dakar · President of Senegal · Government / Republic of Senegal

Macky Sall becomes President after defeating Abdoulaye Wade

Premiership Ends

Ndiaye, Souleymane Ndene · Dakar · Former Prime Minister of Senegal · Government / Republic of Senegal

Ndiaye leaves office after the presidential transition

Prime Minister Takes Office

Mbaye, Abdoul · Dakar · Prime Minister of Senegal · Government / Republic of Senegal

Abdoul Mbaye becomes Prime Minister under President Macky Sall

Other events (month unknown)

Newcastle Debut Goal Against Villa

Cissé, Papiss · Newcastle · Forward · Sport / Football

Papiss Cissé scores on his Newcastle United debut against Aston Villa. His immediate impact begins a prolific first half-season in the Premier League.

Newcastle First Full Season Goals

Ba, Demba · Newcastle · Forward · Sport / Football

Demba Ba becomes a major attacking threat during Newcastle United's 2011-12 Premier League campaign. His finishing helps the club secure a place in European competition.

Two Spectacular Goals at Chelsea

Cissé, Papiss · London · Forward · Sport / Football

Papiss Cissé scores twice as Newcastle United defeat Chelsea 2-0 at Stamford Bridge. His extraordinary second goal curls over the goalkeeper from an improbable angle.

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