There is a widespread misconception in Africa and the Gambia in particular that after election, citizens should forget about politics and work together for national development. It is common to hear politicians claim that politics should be set aside after Election Day as if politics is a commodity or a[Read More…]
Year: 2017
Banjul Letter With Njundu Drammeh: My One Butut on #OccupyWestfield
You may disagree with the whole idea or rationale behind #OccupyWestfield. You may shout from the rooftop “Down with OccupyWestfield”. It is your right. It is to dissent, to disagree. But you cannot insist the organiser(s) cannot shout #OccupyWestfield or even go to occupy WestField. That would be a violation[Read More…]
Barrow’s Government To Tackle Key Issues Facing The Nation
By Halimatou Ceesay Demba Ali Jawo, the Information Minister responding to questions raised by journalist during his monthly press briefing at his office, said the Government of the Gambia under President Barrow’s leadership is working on addressing the issues facing the nation. Mr. Jawo said: “With regards to the currency[Read More…]