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Gov’t pledges reforms after poll reveals dissatisfaction

Feb 5, 2026, 12:37 PM | Article By: Isatou Ceesay Bah

The Government of The Gambia has reviewed the recent findings of CepRass National Opinion Poll and expressed its commitment to engaging constructively with public feedback, while contextualising key results.

In a statement issued on February 4, the Ministry of Information revealed that opinion polls capture public perception at a given moment and are not a comprehensive assessment of government performance.

Key areas such as infrastructure development, energy, health, education, and national stability were not covered in the survey, the statement said.

According to the polls, 66% of respondents rated the fight against corruption poorly, while 60% expressed dissatisfaction with economic management and 66% with job creation. Government acknowledged these concerns but stressed that anti-corruption measures, including the establishment of a dedicated Anti-Corruption Agency, are ongoing.

Officials also highlighted global economic pressures, asserting that investments in infrastructure, agriculture, tourism, energy, and social protection continue despite challenges.

Similarly, the survey indicated that 37% of respondents trust the President, with 56% disapproving of overall performance. While 58% compared the President unfavorably with previous administrations, government noted that such perceptions reflect a more open democratic environment, where political criticism is freely expressed and amplified by social media, which reaches 76% of respondents.

On electoral projections, the statement clarified that the NPP Alliance maintains a structural advantage, with 46% of respondents predicting its victory over fragmented opposition support.

Thus, government maintained that elections are won through organisation, alliances, voter mobilisation, and institutional presence and not dissatisfaction alone.

The ministry underlined that the poll demonstrates a politically aware and engaged citizenry demanding better governance and faster reforms. It also reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to strengthening democratic institutions, lawful anti-corruption efforts, economic transformation, and national stability.

“Democracy thrives not on denial, but on dialogue, responsibility, and continuous improvement,” the statement ended, affirming the Government’s focus on delivering results while respecting citizen’s rights to freely express their opinions.