Complaint against Ousmane Sonko over Touba remarks upheld before investigators

The legal complaint filed against Ousmane Sonko concerning his comments about the holy city of Touba remains in force. This was confirmed by Serigne Makhtar Bousso, spokesperson for the complainants, who was heard this Tuesday as part of the case.

The complaint stems from a request submitted to the public prosecutor on 14 July 2026 by Serigne Modou Maroun Niang and Serigne Mourtalla Bousso. The two plaintiffs, who identify themselves as grandsons of Cheikh Ahmadou Bamba, accuse the President of the National Assembly of making remarks during the inauguration of the Pastef headquarters in Mbacké. Sonko is said to have stated that dirty money had entered the holy city of Touba.

The complainants argue that these statements could harm the honour and image of Touba, a city founded by Cheikh Ahmadou Bamba on religious values and integrity. They are therefore calling on the author of the remarks to explain their meaning and provide evidence to support them. Serigne Makhtar Bousso reiterated this demand, stressing that full clarity must be brought to the statements targeting the religious city.