Amid growing calls within the Pastef party for the possible exclusion of President Diomaye Faye, General Secretary Ousmane Sonko has struck a measured tone. During a recent interview, he emphasized that the decision would follow the party’s established procedures, without any rush or emotional judgment.
The controversy stems from allegations that Faye has deviated from the ideals that propelled him into office. While some members demand swift action, Sonko stressed that the party’s internal mechanisms will determine the outcome at the appropriate time.
No place for moral judgments, says Sonko
When pressed by journalists on whether Faye had “betrayed” the party’s political vision, Sonko carefully avoided moral language. He argued that such accusations belong to a subjective realm, not political discourse.
“Trahison is a moral and emotional concept,” he stated. “I prefer to focus on the political level. Today, I observe that many of the commitments made to the Senegalese people remain unfulfilled—some deliberately so. My role is not to indulge in emotional reactions; I leave moral judgments to others.”
A structured process, not impulsive decisions
Sonko reassured that the party’s statutes provide clear guidelines for handling such matters. He dismissed any notion of expediency, insisting that Pastef operates with transparency and discipline.
“The party is not a one-man show. The relevant bodies will assess the situation when the time comes,” he explained. “We are not there yet, and we will not act hastily.”
His remarks underscore the party’s commitment to institutional rigor over public pressure or personal grievances.