A prominent local figure in the Podor department, Ibrahima Diam Sow, has officially announced his dissociation from the Pastef political party, led by Ousmane Sonko. Sow, who served as the inaugural coordinator for Pastef in the Méri commune and presides over the Mouvement des patriotes soumis (MPI), has declared his new political direction.

Previously holding the position of communication director for Pastef in the Podor region, Ibrahima Diam Sow attributes his withdrawal to profound disagreements regarding the party’s current trajectory. He specifically highlights what he describes as “numerous contradictions” and criticizes an internal atmosphere that he likens to a “dictatorship of single thought.” According to Sow, these internal dynamics have made it impossible for him to continue identifying with Pastef’s political agenda.

In a clear redirection of his political career, the former Pastef official now openly pledges his support to the Diomaye-Président coalition. He has articulated his commitment to backing the initiatives of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, emphasizing a core belief encapsulated in his declaration: “We prioritize the homeland above the party.” This stance is a key element of the evolving African politics in the region.

Ibrahima Diam Sow was a foundational figure in Pastef’s early days in northern Senegal, playing a crucial role in establishing the party’s presence in this strategically important area. His contributions include organizing Ousmane Sonko’s first visit to the region in 2017 and actively participating in various mobilization campaigns alongside other local political leaders, such as Ibrahima Sy.