This Sunday, Ousmane Sonko, the esteemed leader of PASTEF-Les Patriotes, delivered a notable address in Sadio, situated within the Diourbel region. During his speech, he articulated sharp criticisms concerning the current administration’s direction and policies.
Addressing his dedicated supporters, the prominent PASTEF figure recounted the sequence of events that culminated in Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s presidential victory in March 2024. Sonko specifically highlighted his personal endorsement of Faye’s candidacy, which came after his own eligibility was challenged and ultimately invalidated.
“We propelled him to the highest office, yet he has since diverged from the core project, thereby jeopardizing the aspirations of the populace, which have now dissipated,” Ousmane Sonko declared.
The Prime Minister conveyed his assessment that the political blueprint initially presented to the Senegalese citizenry has gradually strayed from its foundational path. He spoke of a “vanished hope” and urged a recommitment to the pledges made to the people.
Sonko further underscored his instrumental role in the political struggle that ushered in the 2024 change of power. He asserted that a substantial portion of this transformative process unfolded under his direct guidance and impetus.
Looking ahead to forthcoming electoral challenges, he referenced the 2026 and 2029 polls. Sonko views these as crucial junctures for the continued advancement and realization of PASTEF’s comprehensive political agenda.
These pronouncements surface amid persistent speculation regarding the dynamic between the President of the Republic and his Prime Minister. As of now, no official response has been issued from the presidential office.
Addressing his dedicated supporters, the prominent PASTEF figure recounted the sequence of events that culminated in Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s presidential victory in March 2024. Sonko specifically highlighted his personal endorsement of Faye’s candidacy, which came after his own eligibility was challenged and ultimately invalidated.
“We propelled him to the highest office, yet he has since diverged from the core project, thereby jeopardizing the aspirations of the populace, which have now dissipated,” Ousmane Sonko declared.
The Prime Minister conveyed his assessment that the political blueprint initially presented to the Senegalese citizenry has gradually strayed from its foundational path. He spoke of a “vanished hope” and urged a recommitment to the pledges made to the people.
Sonko further underscored his instrumental role in the political struggle that ushered in the 2024 change of power. He asserted that a substantial portion of this transformative process unfolded under his direct guidance and impetus.
Looking ahead to forthcoming electoral challenges, he referenced the 2026 and 2029 polls. Sonko views these as crucial junctures for the continued advancement and realization of PASTEF’s comprehensive political agenda.
These pronouncements surface amid persistent speculation regarding the dynamic between the President of the Republic and his Prime Minister. As of now, no official response has been issued from the presidential office.