Celestine Kujabi was speaking at the group’s recent presser held at their office in Kololi. The event was staged to update the public on recent activities of CoPG and other emerging concerns on the current state of the country.
He acknowledged the importance of effective governance in mitigating circumstances, saying CoPG reminded that the country is a crucial moment leading up to the 2026 general elections.
“A year which requires decisive action in selection of a government that can work within these concerns. A government that can put Gambia first and we must focus our minds and generate action that benefits the masses. It is a time for us to review decisions that deliver for real people in real time with real results.” he stated.
The current slow pace of socio-economic development, he observed, is a matter of concern, further lamenting the current government’s inability to deliver to the citizenry as expected after being in office for eight years.
“The prices of goods and services remain high while the salary earnings still remain low. Unemployment rate is over 40%, health and education still a struggle.”
Kujabi made reference to section 221 (15) of the 1997 Constitution, which mandates the president to meet the people at least twice a year to review and evaluate the impact of government policies on the lives of the people.
However, the tour he added, is rather used as a political gathering meant to attack and discriminate against political opponents and encourage tribalism.
He commented on the amount of money budgeted for the tour, further highlighting that human rights violations should stop as the country went through a dark chapter.
“It is of grave concern to continue seeing police throwing teargas on peaceful protesters at the University of The Gambia students protest. We want our leaders to understand the gravity of these issues, as well as the benefits of acting now. Also, we want them to publicly commit to dealing with these problems once and for all.”
