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 Posted - 20 Jan 2007 : 17:35:41
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FOROYAA ON THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL:
We now open a column in which we will publish the profiles and views of all the candidates in a constituency, so long as they are willing to talk.
APRC CANDIDATE FOR BANJUL SOUTH SPEAKS OUT
By Annia Gaye
Alhagie Babucarr Nyang, alias Leety, the APRC candidate for Banjul South in an interview with this reporter has said that Banjul South, being the cradle of politics in The Gambia, needs a good political representative, which he feels he is the most suitable.
He said that he would create conditions where by the people of Banjul South would be given opportunities to benefit from projects that The Gambia Government has in place for the people. Mr. Nyang further promised that he will work with the municipality of Banjul and bring projects approved by the National Assembly Members for his people to benefit; that he will be involve the private sector so that skill centres and other institutions that are useful to the development of the people of Banjul South will be put in place.
He explained that the role of the National Assembly, involves the approval of projects to benefit their people, ratify agreements between The Gambia and other countries, legislate laws and approve loans given to The Gambia Government by international institutions e.g., World Bank, IMF and other institutions.
Papa Leety has this as his slogan “Purr Yumbal Leegay-E Borom Reewmi,” Meaning to make the work of the “Owner of the country” easy.
UDP CANDIDATE CALLS FOR MASSIVE VOTES
By Annia Gaye
The United Democratic Party candidate for Banjul South, Mr. Aziz “Pa Boy” Frazer, called on his supporters to vote for him massively in this National Assembly Election slated for 25th January. Mr. Frazer was speaking with Foroyaa at his home in Banjul. He said, Banjul South should vote for the youth so that their problems could be solved. Pa Boy Frazer said that he wants to deliver for the youths of Banjul South and the community by enhancing a cleaner environment, better sanitation facilities, better neonatal health care and also the acquisition of skills to enable them have job opportunities.
He promised that if elected to the National Assembly, he will use the opportunity to solicit and coordinate support from donors outside.
He said that by being active in politics for almost a decade now he has gained enough experience which has given him the courage to contest the seat.
Mr. Frazer explained that the role of the National Assembly Member is to enact laws and to work with government hand-in-hand for a better nation. “I won’t accept any bill that would not help my people,” he said.
He urged his supporters to “choose the person who can best deliver by being a messenger who will convey their wishes such as job opportunities to the house of parliament.” He called on his supporters to be calm and to abide by the laws on the election in order to create a free and fair election.
APRC KOMBO NORTH RALLY
By Modou Jonga
The APRC candidate for Kombo North, Mr. Adama Cham, has urged the electorate in his constituency to distance themselves from the politics of violence and tribalism. The peace and stability, he said, should be safeguarded before, during and after elections.
The APRC candidate, made this statements on Wednesday 17th January at Banjulinding Village. On his plans, Mr. Cham stated that he will not make promises but said he would complement the efforts of the president in ensuring progress and development at his constituency. Mr. Cham has expressed optimism that he would emerge victorious in the forthcoming National Assembly Election come January 25th.
The APRC candidate called on the electorate to come out in their large numbers and vote for him massively in a peaceful and an orderly manner.
APRC KOMBO SOUTH MEETING
By Modou Jonga
As the battle for the hearts and minds gain momentum in the run up to the forthcoming National Assembly Elections, the APRC candidate for Kombo South constituency, Mr. Paul L. Mendy, has dwelt on the need for peace and unity among Gambians.
The APRC Kombo South candidate made this statement on Thursday in an interview with this reporter at Sanyang village. Anything that derails the progress and development of the country should be avoided.” He expressed his resolve to complement the efforts of the APRC Government in developing his constituency. Mr. Mendy urged the electorate in all the contested constituencies, particularly those in Kombo South, to desist from violent forms of politics, and to unite regardless of party affiliation.
According to Mr. Mendy his desire to serve the people of Kombo South has motivated him to seek the mandate of his people for the third time. The APRC candidate further expressed hope that he will win come 25th January.
UDP HOLD RALLY IN KOMBO CENTRAL
By Modou Jonga
As official campaign kicked off on Wednesday 10th January, the United Democratic Party held a mass Rally at the Brikama Sanneh Kunda grounds.
In his speech, Mr. Ousman G.A Kebbeh, the UDP candidate for Kombo Central constituency urged the electorate of Kombo Central to vote for him in the forthcoming Parliamentary election as he is resolved to usher in meaningful development in their constituency. Mr. Kebbeh further expressed optimism that he will sweep the polls in the forthcoming National Assembly election. On his plans Mr. Kebbeh said he would collaborate with development partners to bring about development in Kombo Central if he is elected come January 25th.
The political rally which was attended by supporters of the UDP within Brikama and its surroundings witnessed people claiming to have shifted their allegiance of support to the UDP. Also speaking at the rally was the UDP Chairman in Kombo Central, Bolong I Sanneh. Mr. Sanneh urged the electorate to vote massively for Kebbeh in the forthcoming January 25th Parliamentary polls.
UDP RALLY IN SERREKUNDA WEST
By Amie Sanneh
Less than a week before the National Assembly Elections, The United Democratic Party (UDP) on Wednesday evening held a meeting at Bakoteh Housing Estate.
Addressing supporters, Modou Sillah, a member of the party, said Sulayman Joof has not done anything for Bakoteh for the past years. “If you vote for Sulayman Joof for 10 years without development, the law has given you the right to vote for someone else,” he remarked. He noted that they are tired of a parliamentarian who does not discuss issues affecting the lives of his constituents at the National Assembly, Mr. Sillah said that Baboucarr K Nyang will have “sympathy” for the people of Serrekunda West and will contribute immensely at the National Assembly. He expressed confidence that if Nyang goes to the National Assembly, their problems will minimize. “The only voice one has is one’s vote,” he said. Mr. Sillah urged them to vote for UDP.
Amie Sabally a Yai Compin urged the people to vote for Baboucarr stating that if he fails to deliver, they can vote him out. Baboucarr Nyang promised the people that he will serve them at the National Assembly and will raise issues affecting their lives.
He commended those who nominated him and hoped that they will vote for him come January 25th, 2007.
Meanwhile as the campaign heats up, the NADD candidate Halifa Sallah has coined a counter political gimmick – “Al kuning deh!”(Be Awake!) “Al nya yelleh deh!”(Open your eyes and don’t be fooled!) to that of the other opposing candidates, “Alsamadeh.”
Addressing rallies in Bundung and London Corner on Sunday and Monday, and Tallinding on Wednesday, Halifa Sallah said “a human being should strive to be aware, otherwise, he/she will grope in the dark just as the frog helplessly remained deep down in the well. He continued: “the frog was born in the well during the rainy season amidst plenty of food; the frog was jumping up and down feeding on its prey. The bird, that mastered the earth flew to the mouth of the well and saw the frog jumping up and down merrily. And the bird called on the frog, “come out let me show you the wonders of the earth.” The frog looked up and said to the bird “Esamadeeh! Go away I do not need you.” The bird responded, “Al kuning deh! Al nya yelleh deh!” It then flew away. The rains ended and the well dried. The frog no longer had food to eat and looked up to the sky in search of the bird, but it was no where to be found. The frog starved to death, because of it’s refusal to adhere to wise counseling and advice.”
Source: Foroyaa Newspaper Burning Issue
Issue No.008/2007, 19-21 January, 2007
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