A divisive strategic turnaround

At the end of November 2025, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye decided to to appoint Aminata Touré à at the head of the presidential coalition “ Diomaye President, replacing Aïssatou Mbodj. This decision was made interpreted as a strong act by the head of state to regain control of the political apparatus of power. Ousmane Sonko, leader of the PASTEF party and main ally of the government. policy of Faye, rejected this decision, believing that the president did not have the legitimacy to act. to dismiss Mbodj without consensus. Sonko and his party officials have qualified this illegitimate and denounced gesture what they perceive as a departure from the initial commitments of the political alliance that brought them to power.

A nomination assumed by the president

In the process, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye spoke publicly to defend his decision to appoint Aminata Touré à the head of the coalition that bears his name, « Diomaye President. According to the daily L’Observateur, during a Council of Ministers, he explained that the restructuring of this coalition was necessary to make it more operational and united. But behind this assumed choice, could hide a real political intention: to benefit from the political experience of the person concerned to establish its political base.

An experienced political figure

Former Prime Minister, Aminata Touré has established herself over the years as a leading personality. major in Senegal. His institutional career, marked through high-level responsibilities, gives it strong credibility. policy. She knew how to stay active despite the challenges. the recompositions of the political landscape. During the 2024 presidential election, she brought his support for Bassirou Diomaye Faye, contributing to; broaden the political base of the victorious coalition. This rallying was perceived as a strong signal, particularly among part of the institutional and moderate electorate. It reinforces the idea of a pragmatic political alliance.

A real but measured influence

Since Diomaye Faye came to power, the exact role of Aminata Touré remains difficult to achieve surround. It does not always appear in the first line, but retains an ability to attack. of influence in political circles. Some observers describe her as a strategic advisor, others put her real weight in decisions into perspective.

His exact role could be seen during the upcoming presidential elections, especially if Diomaye harbors the ambition of running for a second term.