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 Posted - 16 Jan 2007 : 15:58:55
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Foroyaa: We now open a column in which we will publish the profiles and views of all the candidates in a constituency together with their photographs, so long as they are willing to talk. We start with Serrekunda East Constituency.
UDP CANDIDATE FOR SERREKUNDA EAST SPEAKS
By Annia Gaye
The United Democratic Party (UDP) candidate for Serrekunda East constituency Bunambass Kongira has stated that his reason for contesting the National Assembly seat for Serrekunda East, are his constituency's lack of development and the constituency's MP's poor performance. "I decided to stand and contest against him," he said. Mr. Kongira was speaking with Foroyaa at his residence in Tallinding. He noted that he has been for his constituency, but added that he could not make any promise. He however promised that when elected as National Assembly Member for Serrekunda East, he would make sure that the problems which his constituency is facing would be solved. He said the problems include water shortage, electricity, poor road network and even lack of understanding between the people of his constituency. He went on to say that these problems could only be solved by exposing them at the National Assembly so that the relevant authority would take decisions to solve them.
He revealed that, this is his first time of contesting for the National Assembly seat or engaging in politics, but he relied on the many things he claimed to have done, his ability to interact with people and the immense respect given to him by the youth, women, elders and community at large. He outlined the role of a National Assembly as making law and being "a messenger between the people and the government." He finally called on his supporters to be law abiding and to respect each other and society at large in order to maintain a Free and Fair election.
"I WILL NEVER BE A YES MAN IN THE ASSEMBLY"
PA SAINEY JALLOW
By Annia Gaye
The Independent Candidate for Serrekunda East Constituency, Mr. Pa Sainey Jallow, has said that he would never be a "yes man" in the House if elected in the forthcoming National Assembly Elections. Mr. Jallow who is resident in Fagikunda said he will not be nodding his head to please anybody, nor would he support a Bill if it does not serve the interest of The Gambian people. Outlining the reasons why he wants to serve Serrekunda East Constituency, Pa Sainey said, " I want to reduce the pushing and fighting at the public taps in Serrekunda East. Our wives', sisters and children cannot be enemies because of water problems."
He further said that he is very much concerned about the poor state of the roads, especially during the rainy season, with potholes or pools of water every where. "I will endeavour to mobilize the community to work together to improve the situation in our neighbourhoods," he said. On how resources are to be mobilized, Mr. Jallow explained that fund-raising activities will be organised. Mr. Jallow also talked about the consciousness of the people and said "I will work towards creating awareness of the constitution of The Gambia for the people in my constituency to enable them know about their rights and obligations as citizens and voters."
He called on all his supporters to abide by the laws of The Gambia to avoid intimidation, violence and humiliation in his campaign and urged them to keep calm, maintain peace and vote in a peaceful and decent manner in the election.
He concluded by appealing he appealed to voters to put the interest of the country above any person's personal interest and vote for those who will best serve them. "The Gambia is one, the people are one. Elections comes and go but the Gambia and the people remain," he reasoned.
FABAKARY TOMBONG JATTA FULL OF CONFIDENCE
By Annia Gaye
The APRC candidate for Serrekunda East constituency Fabakary Tombong Jatta has said that he has no doubt that he will outclassed his opponents come the National Assembly Election. Bolstering his claim, Jatta said all the political heavyweights and opinion leaders are supporting him, noting that a mass reconciliation exercise has been carried out within the APRC. "We have been winning for the past ten years," he said.
Jatta said he plans to collaborate with NGO's such as the Vision Development Foundation in order to bring development programmes in his constituency. He said a multi purpose Youth Center Project for Serrekunda East has been approved by benefactors. He noted that he will make sure that some parts of Serrekunda East will be provided with pipe borne water and telephone service.
Jatta said the role of National Assembly Members are to legislate laws and to act as an oversight institution. He said it is the National Assembly that approves loans and international agreements. He advised his supporters to maintain discipline and respect in abide to ensure free and fair election. He cautioned them not to personalize their speeches, but to elaborate on issues that would benefit the people.
Source: Foroyaa Newspaper Burning Issue
Issue No. 006/2007, 15-16 January, 2007
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