Abdou Diouf
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Abdou Diouf, born September 7, 1935, in Nguer Malal [1][2][3][4][5][6][7], held dual citizenship in Senegal and France [8][9]. A politician and lawyer by profession [8][10], he practiced Sunni Islam and was married to Elisabeth Diouf [11][12]. His education included studies at the University of Paris 1 Pantheon-Sorbonne and Université Cheikh Anta Diop .
Diouf served as Prime Minister of Senegal from 1970 to 1980 before becoming President of Senegal in 1981, a position he held until 2000 . During his tenure, he also chaired the Organisation of African Unity twice, first from 1985 to 1986 and again from 1992 to 1993 . His contributions earned him numerous honors, including the Grand Star of the Decoration for Services to the Republic of Austria, the Grand Cross of the Order of Orange-Nassau, and honorary doctorates from institutions such as the University of Ottawa and the University of Paris 1 Pantheon-Sorbonne [13][14][15][16].
Key Facts
- Spouse: Elisabeth Diouf[7]
- Country of citizenship: Senegal[8], France[9]
- Educated at: University of Paris 1 Pantheon-Sorbonne[10], Université Cheikh Anta Diop[11]
- Award received: Grand Star of the Decoration for Services to the Republic of Austria[12], Grand Cross of the Order of Orange-Nassau[13], Honorary doctor of the University of Ottawa[14], Order of the Grand Conqueror[15], Grand Order of Mugunghwa[16], honorary doctor of the University of Paris 1 Pantheon-Sorbonne[17], doctor honoris causa from the University of Nancy[18], honorary doctorate from University of Bordeaux-I[19], Grand prix de la francophonie[20], King Faisal International Prize in Service to Islam[21], honorary doctor of University of Lyon-III[22], honorary doctor of Paris 8 University[23], honorary doctorate of University of Perpignan[24], Officer of the National Order of Quebec[25]
- Member of: Académie des sciences d'outre-mer[26], Académie des sciences, belles-lettres et arts de Rouen[27]
- Religion or worldview: Sunni Islam[28]
- Sex or gender: male[29]
- Member of political party: Socialist Party of Senegal[30]
- Commons category: Abdou Diouf[31]
- Family name: Diouf[32]
- Given name: Abdou[33]
- Topic's main category: Category:Abdou Diouf[34]
- Commons gallery: Abdou Diouf[35]
- Described by source: Africa: An Encyclopedic Reference[36]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: French[37], Wolof[38]
- Name in native language: Abdou Diouf[39], Abdu Juuf[40]
- Candidacy in election: 1993 Senegalese presidential election[41], 1983 Senegalese presidential election[42], 1988 Senegalese presidential election[43]
Why It Matters
Abdou Diouf has Wikipedia articles in 23 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[44] He is known by 16 alternative names across languages and contexts.[45]
FAQs
Where was Abdou Diouf born?
Abdou Diouf's place of birth was Nguer Malal[2].
Who was Abdou Diouf married to?
Abdou Diouf's spouses include Elisabeth Diouf[7].
What did Abdou Diouf do for work?
Abdou Diouf worked as a politician[3], lawyer[4], and head of government[5].
Where did Abdou Diouf go to school?
Abdou Diouf was educated at University of Paris 1 Pantheon-Sorbonne[10] and Université Cheikh Anta Diop[11].
What awards did Abdou Diouf receive?
Honors received include Grand Star of the Decoration for Services to the Republic of Austria[12], Grand Cross of the Order of Orange-Nassau[13], Honorary doctor of the University of Ottawa[14], and Order of the Grand Conqueror[15].