Senegalese Radio and Television (RTS), in partnership with the Super Diamono Fan Club Association (Afsud), is organizing a vibrant tribute to Omar Pène, legendary vocal leader of the Super Diamono group. This major cultural event will be held on December 24 at the Dakar Officers’ Mess Circle.
For Pape Alé Niang, Director General of RTS, this initiative aims to celebrate the immense contribution of Omar Pène to Senegalese and international music. “By honoring Omar Pène, the entire cultural world is honored. He is a distinguished singer who has left his mark on generations of Senegalese people and beyond. The Super Diamono, for its part, left an indelible mark in the musical history of the country,” he said.
Mr. Niang also launched a call for the mobilization of artists and music lovers to make this meeting a memorable moment: “It is not only an event for Omar Pène, but a collective tribute to a multidimensional figure. . The Officers’ Mess Circle will be the meeting place for culture and music enthusiasts. »
“This tribute will be an opportunity to revisit the great successes of Super Diamono while highlighting the contribution of Omar Pène to social mediation, in particular his role as intermediary between students and the Senegalese State,” welcomes the CEO of RTS.
December 24 promises to be an unmissable event for all music lovers and admirers of this emblematic artist. A celebration that promises to remain engraved in memories.
Omar Pène, visibly moved by this recognition, praised the commitment of the RTS. “This year is a special event, especially as Afsud is celebrating its 35th anniversary. The RTS has decided to give this celebration an unprecedented scale. This promises to mark a turning point for our Amicale and for the promotion of Senegalese musical culture,” he said.
The singer also expressed his gratitude to Pape Alé Niang and met all music lovers on December 24 to celebrate this unique occasion.
The RTS, a committed cultural partner
By initiating this tribute, the Director General of RTS reaffirms the role of a public media deeply anchored in the promotion of culture.
“We remain open to all cultural actors to support them in their initiatives. This tribute to Omar Pène is also a way of reiterating our unwavering support for Senegalese artists and cultural heritage,” said Pape Alé Niang.
The event promises to be a highlight where Super Diamono classics will resonate to revive memories and celebrate the legacy of Omar Pène. An event not to be missed to honor an artist who knew how to reconcile art, social mediation and cultural impact.
