Pastef: Reappointed in the new government, Yankhoba Diémé rebukes Ousmane Sonko
Author: senenews.comPublished on: June 12, 2026Country: Senegal
Politics

Yankhoba Diémé, reappointed as minister in the government led by Bassirou Diomaye Faye, chose to stay despite Ousmane Sonko's directive barring Pastef members from joining the new team. He criticizes internal party positions, arguing they do not reflect the complexity of state decisions. Diémé denounces activist youth who repeat remarks from leaders without understanding their institutional implications.
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