Ousmane Sonko criticizes President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, alleging manipulation and intimidation
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Ousmane Sonko, president of Pastef, delivered a strong critique against President Bassirou Diomaye Faye during the inauguration of the Pastef headquarters in Touba. Sonko accused President Faye of manipulation and intimidation, specifically mentioning threats against general directors. He stated that many general directors had reported being threatened at the Palace, but expressed continued confidence in them, believing they would not join what he called a "stillborn party." Sonko challenged President Faye to dismiss all Pastef general directors and board chairmen, warning that such actions and "recycled judicial reprisals" would lead the country to ruin. The former Prime Minister expressed regret over the trust he had placed in President Faye, describing him as easily manipulated by politicians and even the opposition, who allegedly make him believe he controls defense and security forces and can secure a second term. Sonko claimed that President Faye had secretly worked to create his own party within Pastef while serving as secretary general and coordinator of executives. He also clarified his stance on diplomatic passports, attributing the controversy to President Faye's decision to "lock down and control everything." Sonko explained that he had proposed diplomatic passports for business leaders, religious figures, and those needing medical evacuation abroad. He recounted an incident where he confronted the French Ambassador to Senegal for allegedly offering visas to relig
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