Dakar Arena: Ousmane Sonko's First Jab at Bassirou Diomaye Faye

During his investiture ceremony at the Dakar Arena, Ousmane Sonko delivered a speech emphasizing political loyalty and keeping commitments, widely interpreted as a veiled jab at President Bassirou Diomaye Faye amid rising internal tensions. He stated that he would never betray the project and that a loyal person must not break their word. The remarks come amid rumors of a rift between the two leaders, especially after the dismissal of the former Prime Minister.