The political tension between President Adama Barrow and his former ally, Lawyer Ousainou Darboe, has reignited after the President responded sharply to Darboe’s recent description of his administration as a “foolish government.” Speaking at a rally in Sukuta Sabiji over the weekend, President Barrow took direct aim at the leader[Read More…]
Tag: Gambia Politics
The Bourgeoisie Syndrome & The Culture Of Power In The Gambia
In many developing democracies, the intersection of wealth, influence, and political ambition often gives rise to what might be described as the bourgeoisie syndrome a phenomenon where the privileged few become insulated from public scrutiny, and the ordinary citizen learns to fear challenging them. This syndrome threatens the very foundation[Read More…]
Barrow Dares Jammeh To Return, Vows To Uphold Presidential Authority
President Adama Barrow has thrown down the gauntlet to exiled former president Yahya Jammeh, daring him to return to The Gambia and face the consequences. Addressing a massive crowd in Sukuta on Saturday, Barrow delivered one of his most defiant speeches yet, taking direct aim at the man who once[Read More…]
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