Abakar Sabone has urged Mahamat Al-Khatim to abandon the N'Djamena peace agreement and remobilize disillusioned youth to form a fighting force capable of marching on Bangui. Sabone claims President Faustin-Archange Touadéra has "refused to dialogue sincerely with Central Africans of origin," preferring to "deal with external forces to orchestrate the pillage of the country's mining resources, excluding the historical actors of national liberation." Sabone described Touadéra's actions as "political hypocrisy," stating he "is applying the strategy of divide and conquer to annihilate the MPC." Sabone advised Al-Khatim to "regain the bush discreetly" and "remobilize the youth disappointed by the current regime to rebuild a fighting force."
Confidential Call and Government Response
Abakar Sabone disclosed a confidential phone conversation between Mahamat Al-Khatim and President Faustin-Archange Touadéra. Sabone asserted that President Touadéra has refused to engage in genuine discussions with Central Africans. According to Sabone, "Faustin-Archange Touadéra refused to dialogue sincerely with Central Africans of origin. He prefers to deal with external forces to orchestrate the pillage of the country's mining resources, excluding the historical actors of national liberation." Sabone characterized President Touadéra's stance as "political hypocrisy," stating that the president "is applying the strategy of divide and conquer to annihilate the MPC." Sabone advised Al-Khatim, "Regain the bush discreetly, a terrain you master perfectly. Remobilize the youth disappointed by the current regime to rebuild a fighting force capable of marching on Bangui and overthrowing the current power."
Internal MPC Crisis and External Influence
Abakar Sabone has accused President Faustin-Archange Touadéra of prioritizing external interests over national dialogue. Sabone claimed President Touadéra "refused to dialogue sincerely with Central Africans of origin. He prefers to deal with external forces to orchestrate the pillage of the country's mining resources, excluding the historical actors of national liberation." Sabone further asserted that President Touadéra's response constituted "political hypocrisy," and that he "is applying the strategy of divide and conquer to annihilate the MPC." The internal crisis within the Mouvement Patriotique pour la Centrafrique (MPC) is reportedly escalating to a national political level, exacerbated by external influences. Reports indicate Mahamat Al-Khatim's authority over his men in Markounda, Nana-Bakassa, and Kouki is collapsing. This shift is reportedly occurring in favor of dissident general Didot Ali, who is supported by Wagner.
Sabone's Call to Action
Abakar Sabone advised Mahamat Al-Khatim to issue a four-day ultimatum to the government. Sabone stated that President Faustin-Archange Touadéra "refused to dialogue sincerely with Central Africans of origin. He prefers to deal with external forces to orchestrate the pillage of the country's mining resources, excluding the historical actors of national liberation." Sabone characterized this as "political hypocrisy," adding that "Touadéra is applying the strategy of divide and conquer to annihilate the MPC." He urged Al-Khatim, "The strength of a serpent lies in its head. Regain the bush discreetly, a terrain you master perfectly. Remobilize the youth disappointed by the current regime to rebuild a fighting force capable of marching on Bangui and overthrowing the current power."
Accusations of Political Maneuvering
Faustin-Archange Touadéra reportedly informed Mahamat Al-Khatim during their conversation that the internal disputes and military situation of the Mouvement Patriotique pour la Centrafrique (MPC) were not his responsibility. This claim emerges amid escalating tensions within the MPC and broader national political discussions. Abakar Sabone has previously accused President Touadéra of refusing genuine dialogue with Central Africans, instead prioritizing engagement with external entities. Sabone alleged the President's strategy aimed to "orchestrate the pillage of the country's mining resources" and "annihilate the MPC" through a "divide and conquer" approach. These accusations highlight the rift between factions and the government's perceived stance on the rebel group's internal affairs.
