Tag: politics

News, Opinion

Opinion: Adama Barrow might not inherently be a dictator, yet his unrestrained speeches, unguarded tongue and lack of prudent advisors and handlers could pose a threat to national security

Fatoumatta: Adama Barrow might not inherently be a dictator, yet his unrestrained speeches, unguarded tongue and lack of prudent advisors and handlers could pose a threat to national security. Alagi Yorro Jallow. Fatoumatta: The office of the President carries significant responsibility and is held to high standards. The President’s actions […]

News, Politics

UDP’s Statement on President Barrow’s Hate Speech

On behalf of the general membership of the United Democratic Party and indeed all decent Gambians, the National Executive of the United Democratic Party (UDP) condemns in the strongest possible terms, the unwarranted and distasteful vitriol uttered by the President of the Republic of The Gambia, Adama Barrow, against the […]

Opinion

Analysis: President Barrow’s recent address combined idealism with pragmatism

Fatoumatta: President Adama Barrow’s recent address combined idealism with pragmatism. In the 2024 State of the Assembly Address, he highlighted the country’s progress in infrastructure and socio-economic development. Amid global challenges and climate change, Barrow emphasized the need to safeguard national sovereignty and resources, and encouraged citizens to promote peace […]

News, Politics

Opinion: It would be prudent for Yahya Jammeh to refrain from participating in active politics and concentrate on resolving his legal issues pertaining to the crimes against humanity committed under his rule

As a citizen of the Gambia, former President Yahya Jammeh possesses the constitutional right to voice his opinions. Nevertheless, given his status as an ex-head of state, it would be prudent for him to refrain from participating in active politics and instead concentrate on resolving his legal issues before an […]