Ousmane sonko challenges president bassirou diomaye faye’s leadership from touba

Touba, Senegal – In a resolute address delivered this Sunday, July 12, 2026, from Touba, during the inauguration of his party’s local headquarters, Ousmane Sonko, the esteemed leader of Pastef and President of the National Assembly, escalated his critique of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Denouncing what he termed the State’s “erratic management,” Sonko openly challenged President Faye’s conduct, vowing to impede future legislative efforts by systematically referring them to the Constitutional Council.

Speaking before his fervent supporters, and drawing upon the revered legacy of integrity associated with Mouridism, Ousmane Sonko painted a stark picture of the current executive branch. Echoing persistent rumors of internal divisions that have circulated for months, the former Prime Minister lambasted a President he depicted as isolated and susceptible to external influences. He explicitly accused the Head of State of being beholden to certain factions, including elements within the opposition, who are allegedly encouraging him to distance himself from his long-standing mentor.