The Organizing Committee for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games (COJOJ) has issued a clarification following a ruling by the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (ARCOP). The ARCOP decision annulled a selection process for the provider in charge of the games' ceremonies after an appeal by an unsuccessful bidder. The regulatory body cited insufficient precision in evaluation criteria and procedural inconsistencies. Despite public interpretations suggesting a scandal, the COJOJ emphasizes that the ruling is strictly procedural. The decision focuses solely on the procurement method and does not question the integrity or governance of the involved actors. The committee maintains that the original process aimed to balance transparency with the complex requirements of a major international event. This move seeks to correct misinformation circulating in the media regarding the organization's management.