In a sharp critique delivered from the floor of the National Assembly, Maïmouna Sène, a former legislator and senior official of the Alliance Pour la République (APR), took aim at Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. She accused him of using legal proceedings not for justice, but as a political distraction to divert attention from the country’s pressing economic challenges.
The APR leader argued that while accountability is a necessary function of government, it should never become a weaponized tool to mask policy failures. In her view, Senegalese citizens are far more concerned with economic recovery, job creation, and inflation control than with what she described as a politically motivated “witch hunt.”
“If there are real allegations, present them before the courts and allow justice to unfold without interference,” declared Sène. “The people of Senegal did not elect you to dwell on the past or settle personal scores. They want you to tackle inflation, generate employment, and revive the economy. Practice what you preach—start with your own team before pointing fingers elsewhere.”
Sène’s remarks reflect growing frustration within political circles over the government’s approach to governance during a period of economic strain. She emphasized that Senegal’s citizens deserve concrete action over rhetoric, calling on Sonko to prioritize substance over spectacle.
