In Sénégal, the political atmosphere is tightening as Pastef faces internal friction regarding President Diomaye Faye. Accusations have surfaced suggesting the Head of State has drifted from the core principles that propelled him to power. While some party members are calling for his immediate removal from the movement, Ousmane Sonko has weighed in, urging patience and adherence to internal protocols.

Internal procedures to dictate the path forward

According to Ousmane Sonko, any decision regarding the President’s status within the party will be handled by the appropriate internal bodies. He emphasized that Pastef is a highly organized and structured entity governed by clear statutes. These regulations define the specific grievances and procedures necessary to consider an exclusion.

“The party will evaluate the situation when the time is right,” Sonko explained, noting that he does not act unilaterally. He clarified that the organization is not yet at the stage of formalizing such a drastic measure, despite the growing internal debate.

A political assessment rather than a moral one

When questioned on whether he perceives Diomaye Faye’s actions as a “betrayal” of their shared political vision, Sonko was careful with his terminology. He opted to move away from emotional or moral language, focusing instead on political accountability. While he refrained from using the word “betrayal,” he did express significant concerns regarding the fulfillment of promises made to the citizens of Sénégal.

He pointed out that several key commitments remain unfulfilled, suggesting a lack of genuine effort to honor the mandate given by the public. For Sonko, the focus remains on the political objectives of the movement rather than personal sentiment.