Ndeye Rokhaya Thiam stands firm with Ousmane Sonko amid Senegal’s political storm
In a bold move, Ndeye Rokhaya Thiam, newly appointed head of Senegal’s Council of Freight Forwarders (COSEC), has openly declared her unwavering loyalty to opposition leader Ousmane Sonko, amid escalating political tensions in Dakar.
Taking office in May 2024, Thiam’s leadership at COSEC has drawn attention not only for her professional appointment but also for her public support for Sonko, a figure at the heart of a bitter political rivalry with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Her stance comes at a time when institutional leaders across Senegal are under scrutiny for their political alignments, fueling widespread debate.
In a Facebook post that quickly went viral, Thiam shared advice she received prior to her nomination. A trusted confidant, she revealed, had urged her to remain steadfast in her support for Sonko, regardless of how the political landscape might shift. The counsel was clear: loyalty would be rewarded when the moment arrived.
« Politics is unpredictable. Circumstances can change, and alliances may fracture. When that happens, ensure you are the most loyal ally Ousmane will see. He will turn to you in those defining moments, » she recounted.
The COSEC director general closed her message with a pointed statement that resonated sharply with her audience: « Dear brother, you will know who I am. And yes, Ousmane will see me. » Her words have ignited discussions about the growing divide within political circles and the pressures facing public officials to take sides.
Her declaration arrives against the backdrop of a highly charged political climate in Senegal, where shifting loyalties and internal power struggles within the ruling coalition continue to dominate headlines. As the nation watches closely, Thiam’s bold stance has positioned her as a key figure in the unfolding narrative of Senegal’s political future.
