During a recent appearance on Jakaarlo Bi on TFM, commentator Badara Gadiaga weighed in on former President Macky Sall’s arrival in Senegal, an event that has reignited fierce public debate.

Gadiaga suggested that the return could unsettle many, while sharply criticizing several political figures. In his remarks, he took aim at the National Assembly president and revisited key political developments, adding fuel to the ongoing discussions.

Badara Gadiaga’s sharp remarks about Ousmane Sonko

Addressing a statement attributed to opposition leader Ousmane Sonko regarding events at Cheikh Anta Diop University (UCAD), Gadiaga accused him of applying double standards. He argued that some reactions receive far more attention than others, perpetuating what he described as a pattern of inconsistent responses in Senegal’s public sphere.

Expanding on Macky Sall’s return, Gadiaga directly addressed opponents of the former leader’s presence in the country. He provocatively suggested that if they truly opposed his arrival, they should have shown their resolve by gathering at the airport to block it.

The remarks have intensified debates over Macky Sall’s return, which continues to dominate discussions among political actors and the public alike.