The recent withdrawal of Talib Ahmed Bensouda from the United Democratic Party’s (UDP) flagbearer race, coupled with his resignation as National Organising Secretary, is a significant moment for both the party and Gambian politics. Bensouda’s decision, made in “good faith and principle,” reflects respect for UDP leader Ousainou Darboe, who[Read More…]
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UDP’s Darboe Says Flagbearer Selection Underscores Party’s Democratic Values
The leader of the United Democratic Party (UDP), Lawyer Ousainou Darboe, has said the party’s process of selecting a presidential flagbearer is a reflection of its commitment to democracy. Speaking to party members and the media, Darboe expressed gratitude to supporters and underscored the importance of adhering to democratic principles[Read More…]
Editorial: Bensouda’s Broken Promise Risks Tearing UDP Apart
Gambia’s main opposition party is at a dangerous crossroads, and the man trying to push it closer to the brink is the young mayor of the Kanifing Municipality Talib Bensouda. For years and months, Talib consistently promised that if the leader Ousainou Darboe declared his intention to contest the 2026[Read More…]
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