Racine Talla, former Director General of Radiodiffusion Télévision Sénégalaise (RTS) and mayor of Wakhinane Nimzatt, has responded to accusations made by Prime Minister Al Aminou Lo regarding the RTS enterprise agreement. Talla claims Lo's criticisms are a diversionary tactic and defends his management of the public broadcaster. He asserts that he signed the agreement knowing the financial implications were sustainable, contingent on a specific condition—a financing decree linked to the press code. Talla details a decision-making process originating in 2022, with a board resolution approving salary increases and benefits for staff. He maintains the agreement’s financing source was clearly identified within the decree signed by the President of the République in 2024, following over seven years of negotiations. Talla rejects accusations of mismanagement, emphasizing the limited authority of a Director General within the public administration.