With hours remaining before the highly anticipated unveiling of the new cabinet, Ousmane Sonko took to social media to deliver a concise yet impactful message.

« No Pastef ministers will be part of this government, » he declared, leaving no room for ambiguity in his stance.

The political backdrop of this government formation

The announcement arrives amid mounting public interest surrounding the composition of the administration led by Prime Minister Ahmadou Al-Aminou Lô, appointed by President Bassirou Diomaye-Faye on May 25.

While Sonko’s statement strongly suggests a deliberate exclusion of Pastef members, neither the Presidency nor the Prime Minister’s office has yet issued an official list of appointees.

The political landscape remains abuzz with speculation over potential ministerial candidates. Sonko’s remarks provide an early indication of the strategic choices guiding this government’s formation, though the final composition will only be confirmed upon the official release of the cabinet list.

Until then, all eyes remain on the Presidency as citizens and political observers alike await the definitive lineup that will work alongside Prime Minister Ahmadou Al-Aminou Lô to steer the nation’s affairs.