The prospect of dissolving Senegal’s National Assembly continues to fuel intense political discussions across the nation. During a Pastef rally held this past Saturday in Linguère, Ousmane Sonko unequivocally stated his position on this potential move, simultaneously delivering a firm warning to President Bassirou Diomaye Faye.
According to the influential Pastef leader, dissolving the National Assembly and subsequently holding snap legislative elections would prove detrimental to the ruling administration. He expressed absolute confidence that his political movement would emerge as the decisive victor in such a contest.
“Should he organize local elections, we will defeat him. If he dissolves the Assembly, his situation will be even worse. In fact, that is precisely what we prefer, as we will undoubtedly achieve a resounding victory,” Sonko declared to his supporters.
Ousmane Sonko went further, suggesting that President Faye could face significant political fragility following a potential electoral defeat. “After such an outcome, I even fear he might concede before 2029,” he added.
Sonko urges supporters to remain calm
Beyond the immediate electoral outlook, the President of Pastef also implored his militants to exercise vigilance and restraint. He specifically advised them against falling victim to any potential provocations.
Ousmane Sonko believes that certain political actors are actively attempting to incite reactions from his party’s supporters, aiming to justify punitive measures against Pastef itself.
“I call upon everyone to remain vigilant and calm. They are currently seeking ways to provoke Pastef, hoping that our youth will react, which would then allow them to dissolve the party and revoke its official recognition,” he affirmed.
For the Pastef leader, if his militants successfully avoid provocations and maintain their mobilization, the upcoming electoral challenges could overwhelmingly favor his camp, which he optimistically described as a “mere walk in the park.”
