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Opinion: From Imposter Syndrome to Hubris Syndrome—President Barrow Teeters Tragically Towards Tyranny and Terrorism

By Arfang Madi Sillah, Washington DC Throughout history, political leaders across various societies, from classical Greece to Victorian England and contemporary Africa, have exhibited traits of imposter syndrome and hubris syndrome. These psychological phenomena are well-documented in extant literature, highlighting the complex interplay between self-doubt and excessive self-confidence among political […]

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Minister Ismaila Ceesay and NPP’s Sulayman Camara and Barrow’s ‘Death Wish’ Remarks

Without surprise Sulayman Camara of the NPP and the Minister of Information Ismaila Ceesay have issued statements in which they defended the unconstitutional and witchcraft remarks of Pres. Barrow against Ousainou Darboe. Both of them said Barrow’s statements are mere political talk. To defend Barrow, Sulayman quoted Darboe as saying […]

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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 […]

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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 […]