Ousmane Sonko’s recent engagements in Touba and Mbacké transformed into a pivotal political platform, allowing him to deliver a series of powerful and incisive critiques. Following the launch rally for the party card sales initiative, the Pastef leader convened another significant gathering in “Ngacc.” There, he immediately launched into a fierce condemnation of certain political figures, whom he accused of pledging allegiance to the Head of State solely to secure positions of power. These individuals, he asserted, are “jostling at the palace gates to become ministers of the Republic,” an attitude he deemed fundamentally opposed to Pastef’s core principles.
He starkly contrasted this perceived opportunism with the ethical standards of his own party’s ministers: “A Pastef minister does not steal, nor does he inflate market prices. If his honor is compromised, he resigns.” He further underscored their identity, adding: “There is no point in possessing all material wealth if one bows down when passing before others. We are people of principle.”
Another shocking revelation from the Pastef leader concerned the alleged transfer of misappropriated public funds to the holy city. “In recent times, money has been funneled into Touba. This is the nation’s money, and it is stolen money,” he declared emphatically, clarifying that this windfall was “not intended for politics” but rather served to fulfill “political demands.” This statement is poised to ignite significant controversy, subtly questioning the dynamics between the government and the revered religious city.
The high point of Sonko’s address was a direct challenge aimed squarely at President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Ousmane Sonko recounted remarks he attributed to the Head of State, allegedly directed at general directors affiliated with Pastef: “You cannot serve as my general directors and simultaneously work towards the election of an individual in 2029.”
Denouncing this warning, Sonko retorted: “If he wishes, let him dismiss all Pastef general directors by Wednesday.” He emphasized that these officials “held professions and, for the most part, earned significantly more” prior to their appointments, suggesting they are not reliant on these government roles for their livelihoods.
The leader of the National Assembly also criticized the President’s stance, arguing that Faye ought to have “other concerns” than elevating Pastef leaders to the status of “messiahs.” He concluded with a severe caution regarding the wave of appointments: “He will sink this country with these general directors he is haphazardly picking up.” This declaration signals a clear and public rupture, indicating that relations between Sonko and Diomaye Faye appear more strained than ever.
He starkly contrasted this perceived opportunism with the ethical standards of his own party’s ministers: “A Pastef minister does not steal, nor does he inflate market prices. If his honor is compromised, he resigns.” He further underscored their identity, adding: “There is no point in possessing all material wealth if one bows down when passing before others. We are people of principle.”
Another shocking revelation from the Pastef leader concerned the alleged transfer of misappropriated public funds to the holy city. “In recent times, money has been funneled into Touba. This is the nation’s money, and it is stolen money,” he declared emphatically, clarifying that this windfall was “not intended for politics” but rather served to fulfill “political demands.” This statement is poised to ignite significant controversy, subtly questioning the dynamics between the government and the revered religious city.
The high point of Sonko’s address was a direct challenge aimed squarely at President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Ousmane Sonko recounted remarks he attributed to the Head of State, allegedly directed at general directors affiliated with Pastef: “You cannot serve as my general directors and simultaneously work towards the election of an individual in 2029.”
Denouncing this warning, Sonko retorted: “If he wishes, let him dismiss all Pastef general directors by Wednesday.” He emphasized that these officials “held professions and, for the most part, earned significantly more” prior to their appointments, suggesting they are not reliant on these government roles for their livelihoods.
The leader of the National Assembly also criticized the President’s stance, arguing that Faye ought to have “other concerns” than elevating Pastef leaders to the status of “messiahs.” He concluded with a severe caution regarding the wave of appointments: “He will sink this country with these general directors he is haphazardly picking up.” This declaration signals a clear and public rupture, indicating that relations between Sonko and Diomaye Faye appear more strained than ever.
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