In a heated political exchange, Modou Mbène Guèye, the Saint-Louis coordinator of Pastef, has dismissed Abba Mbaye’s recent criticism of Ousmane Sonko and President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Speaking on a local news program, Abba Mbaye accused Sonko of abandoning allies to consolidate power, drawing a direct comparison between Sonko’s alleged tactics and those of the current government. Mbène Guèye, however, fired back with sharp remarks of his own.
Mbène Guèye accuses Abba Mbaye of political amnesia
Modou Mbène Guèye, a prominent figure in Pastef’s Saint-Louis chapter, rejected claims that the government’s approach mirrors past strategies, calling them baseless. He condemned what he described as Abba Mbaye’s lack of principles, convictions, and ethics, labeling him as ungrateful for criticizing leaders he once opposed. « Abba Mbaye has no political backbone—only ingratitude defines his actions, » Mbène Guèye stated.
Contradictions in Abba Mbaye’s past statements
Mbène Guèye highlighted inconsistencies in Abba Mbaye’s political career, particularly his 2022 legislative win under the Yewwi Askan Wi alliance. He recalled Mbaye’s claim of owing nothing to anyone shortly after his election, contrasting it with earlier accusations against Ousmane Sonko during the campaign. The Pastef coordinator also criticized Mbaye’s past remarks about feu Ousmane Tanor Dieng and his controversial stances during the 14th legislature’s formation.
Saint-Louis stands firm with Pastef amid political shifts
Despite Abba Mbaye’s recent alignment with the presidential camp, Modou Mbène Guèye reaffirmed Saint-Louis’s unwavering support for Pastef. He emphasized the party’s ongoing membership drive, which has already distributed 3,750 cards in the commune and is set to expand this weekend. « The people of Saint-Louis remain loyal to our cause, regardless of political incentives, » he declared.
