Category: Politics

prime minister al aminou lo challenges ousmane sonko in Senegal The recent press conference held by Ousmane Sonko in Touba has significantly escalated political tensions between him and Prime Minister Al Aminou Lo. In a swift online response, Lo publicly criticized the instrumentalization of patriotism for political gain, just as Sonko declared his intent to introduce motions of no confidence against the current government. The political friction between Prime Minister Al Aminou Lo and his predecessor, Ousmane Sonko, appears to have reached a critical point in Senegalese politics. Only hours…

Ousmane Sonko, président de l'Assemblée nationale du Sénégal, a critiqué sévèrement le chef d'État Diomaye Faye, qui est selon lui « une marionnette et facilement manipulable». L'opposition le manipule en lui faisant croire qu'il déteint les forces défense et de sécurité et qu'il a la possibilité d'obtenir un second mandat. « Que Dieu nous préserve d’un président frileux. C’est une catastrophe. C’est quelqu’un qui se laisse facilement manipuler. Il se laisse influencer par des hommes politiques de la dernière heure. Même l’opposition le manipule en lui faisant croire qu’il déteint…

In Senegal, a heated debate surrounding alleged black funds from the previous administration has taken a new turn, focusing on the current leadership. Babacar Bâ, a prominent civil society figure known for his engagement in public governance discussions, has directly challenged the consistency of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. Bâ criticizes the head of government for basing much of his anti-corruption rhetoric on denouncing opaque financial schemes, while simultaneously acknowledging a political fund of 1.7 billion FCFA linked to his own party, Pastef. scrutiny over alleged black funds and sonko’s stance…

Babacar Bâ, who presides over the Forum du Justiciable, has once again stepped forward to denounce what he characterizes as a glaring contradiction in former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko’s discourse on the transparency of political finances. In a public address, the human rights advocate highlighted that Sonko, who now champions integrity and good governance, himself benefited from a political fund exceeding 1.7 billion CFA francs during his tenure at the Primature – an amount Sonko had publicly acknowledged.   For Babacar Bâ, the irony is difficult to overlook. The current…

  Politique Sonko menace le gouvernement d’Al Aminou Lo de censure Le leader du Pastef a promis ce dimanche d’utiliser l’Assemblée nationale pour faire tomber le gouvernement si les intérêts du Sénégal ne sont pas préservés dans le cadre des contrats pétroliers   13/07/2026 0h03 ID 1006545 Publication 13/07/2026 (SenePlus) – Dans un discours enflammé prononcé ce dimanche 12 juillet 2026 en marge de l’inauguration du siège de Pastef à Touba, l’ancien Premier ministre et actuel président de l’Assemblée nationale, Ousmane Sonko, a menacé de renverser le gouvernement d’Al Aminou…

During a gathering in Touba this past Sunday, Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly, took a firm stance against Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lô by reiterating his threat to initiate a no-confidence motion against the government. As leader of the Pastef party, which holds a commanding majority in the Assembly, Sonko emphasized that constitutional tools remain at his disposal should circumstances demand decisive action. This latest declaration follows repeated warnings from the Assembly leader that the executive branch would not receive an unconditional mandate. While affirming his commitment…

During his recent tour through the Baol region, Ousmane Sonko, a prominent figure in Senegalese politics, significantly sharpened his critique of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Convening in Touba this Sunday, where he inaugurated the Pastef-Touba headquarters and delivered a key address on contemporary political challenges, the Pastef leader directly addressed the Constitutional Council’s decision to invalidate the constitutional revision law, openly disputing the reasoning behind the ruling.   Initially, the National Assembly President had advocated for respecting the high court’s decision, emphasizing its binding nature for all. However, his discourse…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oif3ff-1ieU In a powerful address delivered from Touba during the inauguration of his party’s local headquarters, National Assembly President Ousmane Sonko launched a scathing critique against the President of the Republic. Denouncing what he described as a «feverish» approach to state governance, Sonko openly challenged the conduct of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. He went further, issuing a direct threat to obstruct future legislation by systematically referring any proposed laws to the Constitutional Council, highlighting growing tensions in African politics. Addressing his enthusiastic supporters and invoking the revered legacy of probity…

Le président du mouvement AGIR-Les Leaders, Thierno Bocoum, a lancé une attaque contre le premier ministre Ousmane Sonko sur la question des fonds politiques. Selon les déclarations de Thierno Bocoum, Ousmane Sonko aurait bénéficié d'environ 1,77 milliard de francs CFA par an au titre de ce qu'il qualifie de « fonds politiques ». Une situation qui, selon le leader d’AGIR-Les Leaders, soulève des interrogations sur la légitimité du chef du gouvernement à se présenter comme une référence en matière de lutte contre les détournements de deniers publics. Thierno Bocoum estime…

  Économie Bassirou Diomaye Faye dépolitise le secteur extractif Après avoir laissé Ousmane Sonko placer des cadres de son parti à la tête des entreprises publiques, le président privilégie désormais l’expertise sectorielle. Une bascule que Jeune Afrique interprète comme un signal envoyé aux partenaires internationaux   Byline organization SenePlus 12/07/2026 23h09 ID 1006543 SenePlus |Publication 12/07/2026 (SenePlus) – Un mois après avoir remanié le gouvernement et écarté Ousmane Sonko de la Primature, le président Bassirou Diomaye Faye poursuit sa reprise en main des rouages stratégiques de l’État. Dans un article…

Politique Senegal’s political power struggle: a test for democracy The ongoing rivalry between the two top leaders of Senegal’s executive branch raises questions about its impact on ordinary citizens and poses a critical challenge to the nation’s democratic future. An insightful analysis has shed light on the growing divide between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. This perceived personal conflict, according to observers, represents a crucial litmus test for Senegal’s democratic transition and its future as a stable nation in West Africa. An ancient African proverb states…