Serigne Habib Sy Dabakh criticizes President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, announces Pastef membership

Serigne Habib Sy Dabakh announced his official membership in Pastef and strongly criticized President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's actions. He stated that President Faye "betrayed the youth because he betrayed the will of those who elected him," and urged young people to take control of their destiny. Serigne Habib Sy Dabakh also condemned what he described as political score-settling within the administration, specifically denouncing dismissals he believes are linked to political affiliations or disagreements.

He questioned the conditions under which some public officials are being removed, alleging that workers are being sidelined for holding different political views than the head of state, which he deemed unacceptable. The religious leader further criticized the rise of what he perceives as lies, insults, and defamatory accusations in the Senegalese public sphere, stating that current events in Senegal no longer resemble politics. Acknowledging that his statements might draw reactions, Serigne Habib Sy Dabakh affirmed his decision to take a stance, stating, "Some will say I am doing politics, but I accept it.

Here in Senegal, everyone does politics. I do not hide my position."