Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is facing scrutiny over conflicting accounts regarding the disclosure of a “hidden debt.” Initially, while speaking to the Senegalese diaspora in Italy on September 13, 2025, Sonko stated the decision to reveal the debt stemmed from President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s commitment to transparency, following a debated discussion. However, during a press conference on October 19th concerning the amended finance law, Sonko asserted he independently decided to publicize the information, believing it was necessary despite potential opposition from unnamed individuals. He claims he informed the public without prior approval. Sonko detailed meetings at the Primature, involving ministers Cheikh Diba, Abdourahmane Sarr, and current Prime Minister Al Aminou Lo, where he coordinated the process. This account raises questions about whether the announcement was truly made without consultation, contradicting his earlier statements about a decision made with the President’s input during the Italy meeting, suggesting either a collective or individual decision-making process. The discrepancy is fueling debate over accountability and transparency within the Senegalese government.