Saikou Marong, the member for Latirkunda Sabijie Constituency told The Point that he voted against the draft constitution because it is designed to politically favour some individuals.
"I voted against the draft which is politically motivated to favour individuals. My second reason is; I voted against it because with the 1997 Constitution Parliament cannot pass retroactive laws."
“There are lots of discriminatory clauses; for example dual citizenship cannot stand for presidential elections in The Gambia. Gambian public servant cannot work anywhere.”
"Like many Gambians, I am in favour of two terms limit.”
Madi Ceesay, the lawmaker for Serekunda West said: "I voted in favour of constitution for two terms limit to be adopted – that the president whoever he appoints; like ministers, chief justice and other high positions, parliament vet their appointments."
The United Democratic Party (UDP) is “seriously” concerned that not acknowledging the role of APRC in both the TRRC Report and the Government White Paper is a fundamental omission in the narrative of the repressive government of Jammeh and boggles the minds of all justice loving people.
Hon. Lamin Ceesay, the National Assembly Member (NAM) for Kiang West Constituency has described the 2023 estimated budget as “unrealistic.”
Members of Rawdatul Majaalis, the breakaway group of The Gambia Supreme Islamic Council (GSIC) and the current executive have once again renewed their loyalty to Sheriff Muhammed Sanusi Nano Hydara led camp in administering religious affairs in the country.
Five personnel of the Drug Law Enforcement Agency, The Gambia have been indefinitely suspended after they were found to be cannabis and opium users, The Point has been reliably informed.
