Senegalese deputy and mayor of Agnam, Farba Ngom, underwent emergency surgery at the American Hospital of Neuilly-sur-Seine, near Paris, on July 19, 2026, according to reports from the Senegalese newspaper L'Observateur. The procedure was related to his sleep apnea condition.
Medical staff determined that a prolonged stay in Senegal would have posed significant health risks, prompting the urgent intervention. The surgery was performed successfully, and Ngom is currently recovering under medical supervision.
Farba Ngom, a prominent political figure in Senegal, serves as both a member of the National Assembly and mayor of the Agnam commune. His health situation has drawn attention from colleagues and constituents.
No further details on his recovery timeline or return to Senegal have been released. The American Hospital of Neuilly-sur-Seine is a well-known medical facility that often treats international patients.
