A controversy surrounding an alleged “hidden debt” continues to fuel debate in Senegal, with conflicting interpretations of institutional reports. Aldiouma Sow, a former Pastef figure now supporting President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has indirectly reignited the controversy, placing his own political camp at the center of the discussion. Former head of the Court of Accounts, Mamadou Faye, clarified that the original report does not explicitly mention a “hidden debt,” suggesting political manipulation of the issue. Faye accuses those using the term of a politically motivated attempt to discredit the opposition, prioritizing political gain over national interests. He also notes President Faye’s cautious approach to the matter, favoring technical transparency over definitive statements. Sow’s recent statements align with the idea of a concealed financial liability, further complicating the situation and intensifying the political climate surrounding the alleged debt. The debate has shifted from a technical budgetary issue to a matter of political communication and strategy.