The worshippers gathered at the seaside spirit us of Seidina Limamou Ray, founder of the Order in the Yof district. The chant echoed from the capital’s mosque until sunrise on Friday.
The Leyen Order was founded in 1884 and is smaller than the Brotherhood of Mourid and Tijan in Senegal. The teaching emphasizes equality, spiritual unity, and the value of continuing to be at the heart of today’s followers.
Mawlid has been observed nationwide, with many Senegalese travelling to Tibauane, home to the country’s biggest celebrations.