How political survival is undermining the rule of law in The Gambia It is clear, that just like the murder of journalist Deyda Hydara under former Gambian president Yaya Jammeh, current president Adama Barrow has no desire to look for the actual killer(s) of two police officers murdered in the line of duty with a… Continue reading When Power Defies Justice
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The debate on winnability
As we head into the 2026 presidential election period, there is general agreement that the Barrow administration is inept and continues to poorly manage the affairs of The Gambia with exceedingly high prices, high unemployment rates and failure across the board exacerbated by inadequate or dysfunctional institutions, and rampant corruption. As an incumbent, which is… Continue reading The debate on winnability
Can unity be achieved ahead of 2026
New ideas can be exciting; they fuel enthusiasm especially when there is a need for change. But change always meets resistance leading to the emergence of factions. When the initial enthusiasm dies down and the real work of marching towards that change begins, the challenges reveal themselves. Not unlike more advanced democracies like the US… Continue reading Can unity be achieved ahead of 2026
A tyrant’s desire
It is customary that during Eid celebrations, Muslim religious leaders pay a visit to the seat of power at State House where they meet with the president and some within his cabinet. Such visits are in line with tradition and customary practices within the Gambian cultural set up when people visit each other, pray for… Continue reading A tyrant’s desire
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