Obituary: Mody Niang, Feared Columnist and Committed Author, Dies

Author: senenews.comPublished on: October 17, 2026Country: Senegal

Society & Lifestyle

Obituary: Mody Niang, Feared Columnist and Committed Author, Dies

Mody Niang died on Saturday, October 17, 2026, according to an announcement by his family. His body is due to be taken from Dakar’s Principal Hospital at 11 a.m., followed by burial in Koki. Condolences will be received on Sunday, October 18, at Cité Mbackiyou Faye in the Mamelles district, near Gade Gui butcher shop. His relatives expressed their grief and prayed for his soul and for comfort for his family.

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