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Cheikh Tidiane Kandé released after Toussaint Manga complaint

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Senegalese journalist Cheikh Tidiane Kandé was released after being questioned over a complaint filed by Toussaint Manga. SeneNews reports his release following the procedure involving the journalist.

Senegalese journalist Cheikh Tidiane Kandé was released after being questioned by the cybersecurity services over a complaint filed by Toussaint Manga, the former director-general of Senegal’s national lottery (LONASE), according to SeneNews.

Cheikh Tidiane Kandé had been summoned by the cybersecurity services before regaining his freedom at the end of his questioning, SeneNews reports.

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