Rédaction Africa Links 24 with pierre Dieme
Published on 2024-03-15 23:30:11
In Fouta, it feels like a competition. A fierce rivalry to have the most individuals at gatherings of Benno Bokk Yakaar. Every commune, every village, every hamlet wants to show its strength. A good omen for the elections of March 24, 2024.
However, Bokke Dialloube, the stronghold of Abdoulaye Daouda Diallo, seems to be winning the prize on March 15, 2024, as it prepares to enter the Matam region.
The last village in the Podor department, despite the hot and dry weather plaguing Fouta and the Ramadan that is draining people’s energy, does not want to be left behind. The population has come out massively, giving a dignified welcome to the former Prime Minister Amadou Ba. They promise him an overwhelming victory on the evening of March 24, 2024.
Here, it is indeed difficult to face the scorching rays of the sun, but people do not give up. The solution is quickly found to resist. They pour cold water on themselves to endure. But there is no question of fleeing the field or giving up the smallest piece of land. The people are determined. They are resolved to fight to open the reign of Amadou Ba. This is the impression that emerges from all the corners visited by the candidate of the Benno Bokk Yakaar coalition.
After the “Kartal ko gootal” (the ballot is unique), the “horé Pouthiou” (the horse’s head) to designate the colors and effigy of Benno, in Aéré Lao and Madina Ndiathbe, it is now time for “100% in the Podor department,” the other leitmotif or rallying cry given to Bokke Dialoube.
Fouta aims, in these electoral contests, to demonstrate that it remains the primary electoral stronghold of the ruling majority. A rule that must be adhered to, according to Abdoulaye Daouda Diallo. “The Podor department will stand out with an exceptional result as usual. We commit to it and will lead you to the head of state. Here, there can be no choice other than that of Amadou Ba,” swears the President of the Economic, Social and Environmental Council.
Amadou Ba follows suit, emphasizing the importance for him and ADD to thank God for the opportunity to be in positions where they are talked about. “There may be an impression of difficulties between us. But what binds us is stronger than all of that.” Therefore, announces AB2024’s standard bearer, “my brother, we (Amadou and ADD) will win together and govern together.”
Read the original article(French) on Dakar Matin
