Lawyer and politician Lamin J. Darboe has laid out his vision for a more accountable and people-centered government as he seeks his party’s flagbearer nomination, pledging to tackle corruption and prioritise education and healthcare in The Gambia. In a wide-ranging interview, Darboe described the country’s stagnation as the product of[Read More…]
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UDP Flagbearer Contender Ceesay Targets Foreign Deals, Government Failures
United Democratic Party (UDP) flagbearer hopeful Lamin N.S. Ceesay has promised to confront what he describes as “unfavorable” foreign agreements and widespread inefficiencies within government institutions if chosen to lead the party into the next presidential election. Speaking to reporters after an interview at the UDP office in Manjai, Ceesay[Read More…]
Mayor Bensouda Confirms UDP Flag-bearer Bid After Party Interview, Targets Barrow In 2026
Kanifing Municipal Council Mayor Talib Ahmed Bensouda has confirmed his candidacy for the United Democratic Party’s (UDP) flag-bearer position, saying he is ready to challenge party leader Ousainou Darboe and unseat President Adama Barrow in the 2026 presidential elections. Bensouda submitted his application days ago and spoke to journalists shortly[Read More…]

