Controversy around Djireye Clotilde Coly: Ndéné Mbodj (COUD Director General) defends the Sports Minister
Author: senenews.comPublished on: June 18, 2026Country: Senegal
Politics

After Senegal's defeat against France, Sports Minister Djireye Clotilde Coly faced criticism over her physical appearance. Ndéné Mbodj, director general of COUD, defended her by contrasting her intellect and merit with Cleopatra's legendary beauty, and comparing her to writer Marguerite Yourcenar. He praised her professional background and its impact on young women.
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