The
leader of the opposition coalition has promised to put a stop to the frequent
firing of civil servants, and create a civil service where people would have
security of employment and peace of mind.
Speaking
at a rally in Essau on Wednesday, first day of his campaign tour, Adama Barrow
also promised to improve the lives and livelihood of Gambians and anyone in The
Gambia, as well as improve the country’s diplomatic relations with the
international community.
Barrow
said if elected as president, one of the hallmarks of his government would be
respect for the rule of law and human rights, including freedom of expression
and that he would also free all the “political prisoners”.
Halifa
Sallah, a member of the coalition, told the people of Essau and satellite
villages that when the coalition government comes to power, they would make
everything possible to fight against tribalism and promote national unity and
reconciliation.
“We
have seen the suffering of the people with our own eyes; so no need to repeat
that, but what I want you to know is that if you give your votes to us, you
will see the difference as the proof of the pudding is in the eating.”
Dr
Isatou Touray also appealed to the crowd to vote for the coalition, telling the
women that voting for the coalition would put an end to their daily suffering.
Dembo
Bojang aka Dembo by-force, co-chair of the Gambia Opposition for Electoral
Reform (GOFER), said it is now time for change, the change that everybody is
yearning for.
