A major political clash has erupted as former Sports Minister Khady Diène Gaye vehemently rejects recent assertions made by Abdourahmane Diouf. The dispute centers on claims that Ousmane Sonko, the current President of the National Assembly, had given his consent to a proposed restructuring of the national debt.
A fierce denial of debt restructuring claims
Khady Diène Gaye expressed absolute shock upon hearing that the minister attributed such an agreement to Ousmane Sonko. In a highly critical response, the Pastef official dismissed the statements as completely fabricated, describing them as “grotesque lies” designed to cover up what she terms a record of widespread failure.
Personal and professional criticisms of the minister
The confrontation quickly extended beyond policy differences. Khady Diène Gaye openly questioned the personal and professional background of Abdourahmane Diouf, pointing out that he had tried and failed at numerous endeavors to establish himself back in the country. She specifically highlighted his unsuccessful attempt to pass the bar exam during the 2007-2008 period as evidence of his past struggles.
Furthermore, she accused the minister of entering the political arena out of pure self-interest, asserting that he chose a path of self-service rather than dedicating himself to the public good. Despite the sharp exchange, Khady Diène Gaye concluded her address by calling on all Pastef supporters and patriots to remain focused on the core mission of building a sovereign, prosperous, and just Sénégal.
