Sénégal political crisis inside pastef what dr abdourahmane diouf revealed

Senior government officials in Sénégal continue to voice their concerns about the growing rifts within the ruling party Pastef. Speaking on a national broadcast, Dr Abdourahmane Diouf, Minister of Energy and Petroleum, delivered a blunt assessment of the internal contradictions plaguing the party and its leadership.

The minister, who co-founded the political movement KIIRAAY – Les Patriotes Républicains, did not mince words about the source of the conflict. He placed full responsibility for the crisis on Pastef and its leader, Ousmane Sonko, accusing them of undermining the credibility and governance capacity of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye.

a betrayal of public trust

Dr Diouf emphasized that President Faye had remained steadfast in honoring commitments made to the nation and its citizens. According to the minister, the President’s commitment stood in stark contrast to the actions of Pastef, which he described as a party riddled with contradictions and political maneuvering designed to render governance ineffective.

« The President has consistently upheld the promises he made to the people, » Dr Diouf stated. « Yet, it is the party’s leadership and its allies who have chosen to isolate and betray him, making it impossible for him to fulfill his mandate as intended. »

He went on to criticize former government colleagues who have publicly distanced themselves from the administration. The minister reminded listeners that these individuals left the government by their own choice, not due to any forced exclusion. Their departure, he argued, stripped the administration of a crucial parliamentary majority, severely limiting its ability to implement key policies and fulfill its electoral promises.

loyalty questioned: the rise of a new political movement

With the political landscape shifting rapidly, Dr Abdourahmane Diouf announced his support for President Faye to secure a second term in office. This stance, he explained, was the driving force behind the formation of a new political party dedicated to reinforcing the President’s vision and strengthening democratic governance in Sénégal.

In a strong rebuke of Pastef, the minister highlighted what he described as glaring inconsistencies within the party. He pointed out that many of its leading figures have struggled to align themselves with the decisions and direction set by President Faye, while simultaneously attempting to position themselves as moral arbiters in the national discourse.

The minister’s statements reflect deepening tensions within the political sphere, as the administration grapples with internal opposition and seeks to consolidate its agenda. The coming months are expected to be critical in determining whether the government can regain momentum or if further fractures will emerge.