Kemo Ceesay, who described himself as a concerned Gambia youth and UDP sympathiser, was speaking in his personal capacity. He argued that the current political moments demand selflessness, not individual ambition.
“There is so much talk about coalition. People are saying the talks will not yield anything, but in my opinion all opposition parties should rally behind the party with the largest support base to lead the coalition and salvage the country.”
According to him, the party with the widest support stands the best chance of unseating the incumbent and should therefore lead any coalition arrangement.
“Gambians should put sentiments aside and think Gambia first,” he added.
Referencing 2016, Ceesay recalled that President Barrow’s rise to power in 2016 with the backing of the UDP, noting that Barrow was initially expected to serve a three-year transitional term before later serving two full terms.
“Another term will not bring the reforms many Gambians are hoping for.”
He also raised concerns about voting rights for Gambians abroad.
“They have made sure that people in the Diaspora cannot vote in the next election. But I’m sure if a new president is selected, all these things can be changed,” he stated.
