Ousmane Sonko’s strong criticism of Bassirou Diomaye Faye in Linguère

This Saturday, Ousmane Sonko convened a significant political gathering in Linguère, drawing a substantial crowd of supporters for the Pastef leader. In a spirited address, he unequivocally condemned the incumbent President of the Republic, who had removed him from his position as Prime Minister just last May.

The senegalese did not fight for this

Addressing an enthusiastic audience, Ousmane Sonko articulated a deep disillusionment, asserting a stark contrast between the founding ideals that propelled their movement to power and the current executive’s actions. In a particularly impactful moment, he declared: « The Senegalese did not cast their votes for this. The Senegalese did not engage in struggle for this outcome. Lives were not sacrificed for this purpose. Individuals did not endure imprisonment for these circumstances. The Senegalese fought for a fundamental shift in the system. Yet, today, that very same system occupies the palace and continues to perpetuate itself. »

This statement underscored a definitive break between the Pastef leader and the nation’s current highest office holder. Sonko’s remarks directly challenged the present governance, which he views as misaligned with the principles championed during their time in opposition. Clearly resolute to confront the president of Kiiraay – Les Patriotes républicains in the forthcoming electoral cycles, Ousmane Sonko expressed unwavering confidence in a future victory, regardless of any political maneuvers by his adversaries.

« That is precisely why I believe he is free to align with all the mayors or forge alliances with any parties he desires. My appeal is solely to the people. Because in a democracy, there is only one undeniable truth, and that truth resides with the people, » he asserted, in a direct message not only to his militants but to all Senegalese citizens.