The dangers of misinformation and emotionally manipulative rhetoric are all too real. Honorable Gibba’s revelation regarding diaspora voting underscores a crucial issue: our current Constitution limits this process, requiring a constitutional amendment before it can be enacted. It is imperative that we engage in constructive discourse to address this urgent […]
Politics
Who Is Holding Our President Hostage?
Alagi Yorro Jallow Fatoumatta: Every nation deserves a leader who epitomizes progress, accountability, and unwavering commitment to the people’s welfare. The Gambia, a country brimming with cultural richness and potential, stands at a critical juncture, questioning the true nature of its leadership. President Adama Barrow, once heralded as a transformative […]
A Conclave of Exclusion: The Godfather, the Godson, and the Silencing of Many Voices
Alagi Yorro Jallow Fatoumatta: The Gambia stands at a pivotal crossroads, and the decisions we make today will define the democratic aspirations of future generations. Central to this journey is the constitutional-making process—an essential opportunity to craft a document that truly reflects our collective will, embodies our shared values, and […]
The President I Dream of: 2026 Presidential Election in The Gambia
By Alagi Yorro Jallow. Part 1 Fatoumatta: A politician thinks only of the next election, while a statesman envisions the next generation. A politician seeks the fleeting success of their party; a statesman pursues the enduring success of their nation. In this context, the statesman is the navigator, while the […]